This is one pretty cool science book for kids. Use this if you’re wanting your kids to learn about our digestive system, the respiratory system, the human skeleton and muscle structure, and our neuro system. The coolest thing about this book is the sound chips, fiber optics, see-through pages and some pop-ups that really make it fun as well as educational. I love all the Dorling Kindersley science books, and this one is one of my favorites so far.
From the book’s description: “Are you ready for a very detailed book of the human body that is practically alive in your hands? Dorling Kindersley has put together this remarkable guide that takes kids through the body’s systems using all kinds of unique features … to teach youngsters everything they’ve ever wondered about the body.”
I tried this book with my six year old and while some of the text was too advanced for him, the graphics and extras really held his attention. And I have to admit, it held my attention for a while too. Overall review: excellent. And for about $25 US, Dorling Kindersley’s Alive: The Living Breathing Human Body is also a great buy. While your at it, check out Atomic Elephant Toy’s list of their best selling toys of 2008.
This really is a pretty cool book. I saw it in a book store and my daughter was completely engrossed in it the whole time. I ended up buying it and we’ve read it several nights at story time over the last couple of weeks.