Skin (Body Works)

ISBN: 1435893670

Author: Caster, Shannon

Condition: New

Product DescriptionThis book exposes children to the most exposed, yet underappreciated organ-our skin. The integumentary system is the bodys first line of defense against disease and bacteria. Its also the liaison between the external world and our other invaluable body systems. This book discusses the different layers of skin and each layers function. It explains how things can go wrong, and offers advice on ways to keep the skin and body healthy.From BooklistIn books from the Body Works series, each double-page spread introduces a new topic, such as the illnesses that affect the major organ discussed or the characteristics and functions of one of its parts. The books widely spaced lines and very large type suggest a primary-grade audience, but the sometimes-challenging vocabulary makes them more suitable for older readers. The appended glossary of Skin defines such terms as dehydrating and fibrous connective tissue, while other terms (integumentary system, keratinocyte cells, reticular fibers) are briefly explained in the text. Each page of text faces a full page of clear, colorful illustrations, usually one or two images, which might be photos of children, digital images of the organs or their parts (sometimes highly magnified views), or enlarged cross-sections of them. Though more complete labeling would have been helpful, these vivid images of organs are the most useful feature of the series. Grades 4-6. --Carolyn Phelan