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Children's ✦ Penny’s Take

Little Book of the Human Body

Fiona Chandler · 2005
76/100
👍 Worth It

Usborne's track record for clear, colorful, child-friendly nonfiction is well established, and this body-systems introduction fits the mold well — it covers senses, digestion, bones, health, and even doctor visits in a tone that reassures rather than frightens. The internet links are dated (2005 is a long time ago in web years), but the core content holds up for its age range. A reliable purchase for ages five to eight who are curious about how their bodies work.

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substance74
craft78
originality62
accuracy75
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age-fit88
human-eye74
Penny’s verdict76
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