The Circulatory System (Building Blocks of Life Science 1/Hardcover) - Hardcover

Midthun, Joseph

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0716678616 ISBN 13: 9780716678618

Publisher: World Book, Inc., 2016

Synopsis

This graphic nonfiction book introduces the circulatory system of the human body. The Building Blocks of Life Science volumes feature whimsical characters to guide young readers through topics exploring the human body systems. Full-page or full-spread diagrams detail the different parts of each body system. The science is as sound as the presentation is fun! The volumes include a glossary, an additional resource list, and an index. Several spreads in each volume are illustrated with photographs to help clarify concepts and facts.

About this title

From School Library Journal

Gr 5-8--The Silversteins cover the morphology and physiology of the circulatory and respiratory systems and discuss health problems that may affect these systems as well as advances in treatments for related diseases. Throughout both series entries, the authors focus on ways in which students can use their understanding of the human body and its functions to maintain good health. Each book includes a one-page timeline of important medical discoveries related to the system under consideration. Captioned full-color photographs and labeled diagrams clarify and extend the text. Related high-interest items, such as ``Why a Bruise Turns Black and Blue'' and ``TB: An Old Killer Returns,'' appear as boxed items. The texts are easy to read and comprehensive enough to serve as good basic introductions to the topics. However, there are no suggestions for further reading. The high quality of research and lively style of these well-known science writers make these well-organized presentations superior to similar titles. Two valuable additions.

Carolyn Angus, The Claremont Graduate School, CA

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Edition details

• Publisher: World Book, Inc.
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0716678616
• ISBN 13: 9780716678618
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Hiti Samuel
• Number of pages: 34