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Join our brain Body Buddy Cognos and learn all about how the brain and nervous system get things done. Young readers will discover the location of the major parts of the brain and gain understanding of their various functions. The process that enables nerves to transmit signals to and from the brain is explained in detail. There are also sections on mental illness, scientific discoveries, and amazing facts.
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Everyone knows that the brain is responsible for our smarts and the spinal cord holds us up, but students may be surprised to learn how much more these powerhouses are responsible for. Together they control the nervous system. Without them, we would not b
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"Did you know that about 20 percent of the body's energy is used by the brain? The average adult brain weighs 3 pounds (1.5 kilograms). Discover more fascinating facts in How the Human Body Works - The Nervous System. This series guides readers through the fascinating inner workings of the human body. The human body contains several complex systems that work closely together to support life and allow the body to function properly. Each book explores...
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Takes a closer look at the brain's role in the central nervous system. Explores how the forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain help us perform separate, everyday functions. Each book in this appealing series will introduce young readers to a part of the human body. With engaging text, fun facts, and helpful photos and diagrams, each book explores the appearance and function of the body part and its role in a healthy, working body. These fascinating books...
12) Using your brain
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The brain is an amazing organ. It controls all of the actions, thoughts, and signals of the rest of the body. This informative book illustrates the parts of the brain and central nervous system and how they operate the entire body.
13) Nervous system
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"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers to the structure and function of the nervous system. Includes infographics, an activity, glossary, and index"--
14) My brain
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"Gives young readers an introduction to the importance and function of the brain"--Provided by publisher.
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"All day long, the human body is sending messages between the brain and other body parts. These messages control the body's movements and many other basic functions. How does this happen? With the help of the nervous system, of course! This informative guide gives readers a look into the human nervous system. Engaging text is written at a low level, giving struggling readers an opportunity to learn about this key concept from the upper elementary...
16) Nervous system
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This title teaches readers all about the nervous system. Readers will learn about everything that the system does, from the sensation of feeling to how memories are stored, and that cells called neurons, the brain, and spinal cord are some of the most important parts of the nervous system.
19) Nervous system
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"My First Look at Body Systems uses dynamic visuals and interesting facts to introduce readers to the main organs and systems in the human body"--
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"The control and command center of the whole body, we wouldn't be able to breathe, have a heartbeat, avoid danger, or sleep without the nervous system. Find out what illnesses affect the nervous system and how medical research has advanced our knowledge. Full-color illustrations help readers visualize the nervous system at work."--
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