Overview
Join a tour of the skeletal system, which includes 206 bones in adults. Learn how bones protect organs, produce blood cells, and support the body in this illustrated narrative nonfiction book for elementary-age readers. Discover the structure of bones, including the hard outer layer, spongy layer, and bone marrow. Explore different bones and joints, such as the skull, spine, ribs, arms, and legs. Understand the roles of cartilage, ligaments, and tendons in connecting bones and muscles. Includes tips for keeping your skeletal system healthy and a glossary of important terms. Whimsical characters combined with informative diagrams will help kids understand the science of the human body.
- | Author: Lisa J. Amstutz
- | Publisher: Amicus Learning
- | Publication Date: Jan 01, 2026
- | Number of Pages: 24 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-13: 9798892004749
