Synopses & Reviews
Award winning author Seymour Simon continues his fantastic journey through the human body with this stunning new addition. In Bones, youngsters will discover the amazing facts about the two hundred and six bones that make up their skeletons, ranging from the smallest, most intricate bones in their feet and hands to the largest, strongest bones in their legs. Blending spectacular full-color photographs and clear, concise text, BONES offers an intriguing look at human body.
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In this picture book, the author of more than 150 science books for children teaches them all about the bones that form the skeleton of their bodies.
Synopsis
The truth about bones may surprise some young readers: As people get older, the number of bones they have actually decreases. A spine isn t straight even when a person stands tall, it s shaped like an S. But that s no sign of weakness the rib cage is like a knight s armor it protects the heart, stomach, and lungs. Children and adults alike will never again take for granted the miracle that is their skeleton.
Synopsis
Award winning author Seymour Simon continues his fantastic journey through the human body with this stunning new addition. In Bones, youngsters will discover the amazing facts about the two hundred and six bones that make up their skeletons, ranging from the smallest, most intricate bones in their feet and hands to the largest, strongest bones in their legs. Blending spectacular full-color photographs and clear, concise text, BONES offers an intriguing look at human body.
About the Author
Seymour Simon has been called "the dean of the [children's science book] field" by the New York Times. He has written more than 250 books for young readers and has received the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Lifetime Achievement Award for his lasting contribution to children's science literature, the Science Books & Films Key Award for Excellence in Science Books, the Empire State Award for excellence in literature for young people, and the EducationalPa