What Is the Digestive System? (Human Body Systems)

Explores the human digestive system. This book begins with a narrative of the digestive system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and how to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, critical thinking questions, Fast Facts, an activity for further learning, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

Ib Larsen is a writer and an editorial assistant living in Saint Paul, Minnesota. He holds a degree in English and mathematics, and is the author of several other nonfiction books for young readers.