Body

DK & Delahaye, Rachel Hardcover, 64 pages Have you ever wondered why you sweat in the heat, or what happens when you swallow your food? Discover the complex systems that work together to make you, you in this fun and fact-filled guide. Explore how your body works from head to toe with bold visuals and fascinating facts that reveal the function of your muscles, skeleton, heart, and much more. From the way your brain sends messages around your body to how your kidneys work tirelessly to produce urine, BODY makes mind-boggling science easy to understand. Each body system is presented in great detail, delving into how they work together. We see how the body digests food as you take a bite out of a burger, how the heart pumps blood around the body as you run, and how your lungs expand as you breathe in. With vivid and up-to-date scientific fun facts, BODY transforms the human anatomy into a thrilling, living map. Whether you're curious about how your nose helps you taste, or how your ears keep you balanced, BODY makes the science of you fun, exciting, and unforgettable.