Copyright Date:
1998
Edition Date:
1998
Release Date:
08/08/00
Pages:
1 volume (unpaged)
ISBN:
Publisher: 0-688-17721-2 Perma-Bound: 0-605-62003-2
ISBN 13:
Publisher: 978-0-688-17721-8 Perma-Bound: 978-0-605-62003-2
Dewey:
612.7
LCCN:
97044751
Dimensions:
26 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
ALA Booklist
(Tue Sep 01 00:00:00 CDT 1998)
%% This is a multi-book review. SEE the title Muscles for next imprint and review text. %% (Reviewed September 1, 1998)
Horn Book
(Thu Apr 01 00:00:00 CST 1999)
Adding to his body of quality nonfiction, Simon describes one aspect of human anatomy. Straightforward explanations, similes ("Each vertebra is hard and hollow, like a bead or a spool of thread"), directed activity ("Touch the tip of your nose or the top of your ear"), and fabulous full-page, computer-enhanced color photographs work well together to engage and instruct readers.
School Library Journal
Gr 3-5-In his instantly recognizable style, Simon addresses the anatomy and function of bones and muscles. Describing bones as being like "the framework of a building," he emphasizes that they are living parts of the body, protecting organs and manufacturing blood cells and platelets. Explanations of joints, fractures, and arthritis are also included. In Muscles, the three kinds of muscle and their functions are discussed. In addition, the effect of exercise and diagnosing injuries are covered. In both books, the full-paged illustrations are great and include full-color photographs, MRI scans, X rays, and excellent drawings. Two more outstanding additions to Simon's resume.-Christine A. Moesch, Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, NY
Word Count:
2,317
Reading Level:
6.5
Interest Level:
K-3
Accelerated Reader:
reading level: 6.5
/ points: 0.5
/ quiz: 48941
/ grade: Middle Grades
Reading Counts!:
reading level:3.9 /
points:3.0 /
quiz:Q26090
Lexile:
1020L
Award winning author Seymour Simon continues his fantastic journey through the human body with this stunning new addition. In Bones, youngsters will discover the amazing facts about the two hundred and six bones that make up their skeletons, ranging from the smallest, most intricate bones in their feet and hands to the largest, strongest bones in their legs. Blending spectacular full-color photographs and clear, concise text, BONES offers an intriguing look at human body. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.
Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.
This book includes an author's note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.