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Synopsis
Describes the parts of the digestive system and how they work to help the body process and use nutrients.
Children's Literature
In a simple text illustrated with good quality photographs and illustrations, kids will enjoy learning about their bodies. Each book in the "Bodyworks" series also includes advice on what kids can do to keep their bodies healthy. This title describes the parts of the digestive system and how they work to help the body process and use nutrients. Interesting facts such as the statement that the stomach churns a meal for about four hours and that the small intestine is about 20 feet long will stick with kids. Pronunciation guides are found within the text and these same words are recapped in a glossary. The book has an index and a short and not particularly up-to-date reference section that does include Internet sites. 1999, Rourke, Ages 5 to 8, $17.93. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot