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The Ultimate Book of the Human Body lives up to that name really well for Middle-Grade readers. This book had comprehensive information about the human body and did not shy away from tough anatomical vocabulary, but with the clear explanation, visuals, and interactive components, it was not hard to understand. In the words of my reader, “This book has the ultimate fidgets!” as she went through for a solid half hour just exploring the pull tabs, pop-ups, and lift the flaps on every page.
The illustrations were inclusive regarding skin color, and people with disabilities were represented. I was impressed at the level of depth this book touched on. It explains the main functions of the organs, muscles, nerves, bones, etc, for babies through adults. It also goes into minute details such as why we have melanin, moles, and pimples. This book provides representation to many body forms by briefly defining conditions such as vitiligo, blindness, deafness, diabetes, Down syndrome, wheelchair use, and autism.
This book would make an excellent aid in pediatricians' offices, as well as help parents answer tough questions curious kids have about their bodies and how it works. There are labeled diagrams of reproductive organs, fertilized eggs, plus stages of growth in the uterus that are age-appropriate and factual for parents who just aren’t sure how to discuss the subject.
Overall, this book is an excellent resource in explaining in age-appropriate language and illustrations all about this amazing thing called the human body.