First Encyclopedia of the Human Body

A fact-packed, beautifully illustrated, all-round introduction to the human body and how it works. Full of extraordinary photographs, detailed diagrams, stunning scans, X-rays and microscope images of the human body. Engaging text and clear, simple explanations of all the main bodily functions.

Includes amazing facts, a glossary of body words, a comprehensive index and internet links to recommended websites at Usborne Quicklinks accessed via QR codes. Chapters in this book include:- Inside your body- Your brain and nerves- Seeing- Hearing- Taste and smell- Touch- Skin- Hair and nails- Bones- Joints- Muscles- Blood- Your heart- Breathing- Your voice- Teeth- What happens to food?- Water in your body- Hormones- Genes- Babies- Growing and changing- Staying healthy- Healthy eating- Germs- Seeing a doctor- Looking inside- Going to a hospital- Body words