Body Systems
A book about the 9 different systems in the human body and how these work together to make us function
About this book
Body Systems is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 11. A book about the 9 different systems in the human body and how these work together to make us function. 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 3 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 12 pages, 1135 words, 10 minutes |
| Categories | Body Systems, Health and Wellness, Vocabulary, Science |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, What is This? 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 Body Systems 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
- Which part did you like best, and why?
- What new word did you learn from this book?
- Would you like to read more books about Body Systems?
Inside the book
In Body Systems, readers find Body Systems. A book about the 9 different systems in the human body and how these work together to make us function. 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: “Did you know that there are over 200 bones in your body?”
Words to learn in this book
- torso: The main part of the human body.
- cells: A small microscopic unit of a living organism like a plant or animal.
- nutrients: Something that provides nourishment.
- hormones: A chemical produced by a plant or animal to help fire up cells.
- carbon dioxide: A gas that occurs naturally in the air and is used by plants for the process of photosynthesis.
- exoskeletons:: A skeleton found on the outside of an animal like an insect or crab.
- endoskeleton: A skeleton found on the inside of an animal like a mammal.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 3 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 Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
12 pages, 1135 words, 10 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the What is This? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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