The phrase "face value" seems like it would apply to the human face too, right? We see something and take it as it appears. But if you were to take a microscope to your face, you might be surprised! In this playfully designed book, readers learn about the parts of their face they can see--and what they're a habitat for! Helpful diagrams and simple language give readers a chance to really understand the lessons in anatomy and biology, and friendly...

To many, nothing is grosser than having lice in their hair. A live infestation means not bugs in the hair, but also bug eggs! Still, there are many other microscopic organisms potentially making a habitat in your hair. Readers are guided through the biology of hair as well as ways it can be used as a home to bacteria, bugs, and more, by a team of friendly narrators. A colorful layout and simple diagrams appeal to young, curious minds and the accessible...

It's popular to talk about how important a person's gut biome is. But to young readers, the millions of bacteria that live in the gut and help us digest and move our food along might be big news! Full of colorful, clear diagrams and simple explanations, this book takes readers on a journey through the gut, alongside some helpful kid guides that make the journey even more fun. An excellent companion to any studies of the human body, this volume also...

From platelets to plasma, the parts of the blood can be exciting to learn about when you have helpful, friendly kids to guide you! Readers enjoy flowing through the circulatory system with their new friends in this book, which explains how blood moves, what it's made of, and the teeny tiny living things that can be found in it. Full of simple diagrams to aid comprehension, this book is perfect for readers just learning about the human body--and how...