From the Lift the Flap and Learn series comes The Human Body, an amazing, interactive book that uncovers the mysteries of anatomy and physiology to give young children a rich understanding of their own bodies. The dynamic pull-tabs and flaps complement the simple text and will keep kids engaged as they learn! Pull a lever to make a bicep grow or lift a flap to see all the bones in a hand. Pull a tab to help food travel through the digestive system and use your fingers to learn all about the sense of touch. From being born to growing tall, from pooping to getting sick and more, this book tackles a number of bodily topics that children are naturally curious about in a forthright and age-appropriate manner. Packed with detailed information, The Human Body is must-have reference for young children exploring this fascinating topic for the first time!

Pascale Hédelin is a regular contributor to many children's magazines including J'aime lire and Je bouquine; and Toupie, Wapiti, and Toboggan. She is also the award-winning author of Earth and Sky and Animal Babies. She lives in Paris, France.

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Robert Barborini is a graduate of the Ecole Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, where he developed his talent for sculpting and illustrating. He has worked on several collections for children including Mes p’tits docs and Au Temps des... He lives in Strasbourg, France.

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• Commended, Parents' Choice Awards, Doing and Learning Category, Recommended
• Winner, Moonbeam Children's Book Awards, Pop-Up, Cut-Out Category, Gold

If you have a little one who has been asking tough questions--like where do babies come from or what makes a boy different from a girl--then this book is perfect.

YA & Kids Books Central

...a simple and accurate introduction to the human body.

The Deakin Review of Children's Literature

I won't mince words: I adore this book. The Human Body is extremely durable, interesting, engaging, beautifully illustrated, and well written...If I had a top ten for a child's library, this would have a spot near the top.

Picture Book Junkies

The text and explanations are simple enough for primary grades, so it also makes for a great resource in answering those many questions that little people have about themselves.

Shelf Candy Blog

This wonderfully thorough (and fun) introduction to how the body functions is both simple and sophisticated.

ForeWord Reviews

What really makes this health book a winner are all of the tabs, flaps and levers, which little hands will love to explore.

Canadian Family

Bright and clearly illustrated, this book should prove fun for young students eager to learn more about their own body.

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