The Muscular System
This is a book about the muscular system of the human body
About this book
The Muscular System is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 11. This is a book about the muscular system of the human body, what it consists of and how it functions effectively. A real human voice reads the story while the words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years, also 9 to 11 years |
| Grade | Grade 4 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 13 pages, 1115 words, 9 minutes |
| Categories | Body Systems, Health and Wellness, Science |
| Interactive features | Fill in the Blanks activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Fill in the Blanks activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read The Muscular System with your child
This book helps children learn about Body Systems. The words and pictures work together to make the ideas clear. Read it with your child and talk about the new facts you find. Ask your child to explain what they learned in their own words. It is a simple way to build knowledge and curiosity, and to show that learning can be fun.
Talk about it together
- What was the most surprising thing in this book?
- How did this book make you feel, and why?
- What would you ask the author about The Muscular System?
Inside the book
In The Muscular System, readers find Body Systems. This is a book about the muscular system of the human body, what it consists of and how it functions effectively. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Body Systems and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “The Three Types of Muscles: Voluntary”
Words to learn in this book
- cells: A small microscopic unit of a living organism like a plant or animal.
- atrophy: When body tissues like muscles waste away from not being used.
- autonomic nervous system: The autonomic nervous system regulates certain body processes, such as blood pressure and the rate of breathing. This system works automatically, without a person being aware of the effort.
- biceps: The muscles at the front of the upper arms.
- cardiac: Related to the heart.
- deltoid: A muscle that covers the shoulder joint.
- circulatory: The continuous movement of blood pumped by the heart through all parts of the body.
- energy: The ability to do work.
- fibers: A thread that is used to make textiles and fabrics.
- "involuntary: Something done while not thinking about it.
- torso: The main part of the human body.
- posture: The position of a person's body when standing or sitting.
- Smooth muscles: An involuntary muscle found in internal organs.
- tendon: A tissue that connects a muscle to a bone.
- triceps: The muscles at the back of the upper arms.
- Voluntary: Something done while thinking about it.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 4 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Fill in the Blanks activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
13 pages, 1115 words, 9 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has the Fill in the Blanks activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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