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Gr 3-6 These titles succeed in demystifying and explaining the science behind common childhood experiences. The body is described as a battlefield where superhero cells work hard as a team to mend a broken bone, fight off plaque, and battle an infection. To this end, many of the vibrant illustrations anthr...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

After breaking down the basic facts about bones, Your Body Battles a Broken Bone launches into an animated description of how the human body heals itself. While the injured individual sees a doctor, has x-rays, gets a cast, and rests, the damaged bone cells call for help via chemical signals. Vicki Cobb introduces complicated processes with straightforward language and child-friendly metaphors (spongy bone is described as “a honeycomb with lots...Log In or Sign Up to Read More