Scholastic Discover More: Human Body

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 26, 2014

Review

This reference book about the human body provides in-depth information that is presented in a visually appealing manner. Also included is the free digital companion book - Be a Brainiac - that can be downloaded. This digital book provides information on boosting your brainpower.

Each region of the body is covered using a variety of 3D photos, artwork, charts, sidebars and clearly written informational text that reflects current medical research.

The copy is presented in various formats such as a Q&A sidebar in all the sections that answers interesting questions children may have such as, "Why don't ballet dancers get dizzy?". A glossary and index are also included.

Science-lovers will be kept engaged throughout the 119 pages on the body's anatomy and physiology.

Overall Book Score: good