Health Science, for kids interested in the how humans live and grow, is introduced in Nutrition, which covers the fuel we need to live, and Medicine, which explores what doctors and scientists do when the body gets sick or breaks down.
Everything kids want to know about the world’s favorite form of transportation is covered here, from how a bike works to how it was invented – not to mention the fashions it set, the wars it has won, and the new sports it has launched. Learn More
Kids who are keen on learning about blood will get the full story here, starting with the different types of cells that constitute it and moving through what it does, how it does it, and what happens when it doesn’t go with the flow. Learn More
Making blood, fending off viruses, protecting our precious innards: Those are just a few of the duties of the human skeleton. For kids looking to bone up on their bone knowledge, this issue is the place to start. Learn More
Eager to explore the mind-boggling talents of the human brain? For kids fascinated with this humble-looking lump of grey matter, Brain says it all. Learn More
Cells, for kids, lays out all the basic facts about these microscopic structures out of which our bodies are made, covering everything from their internal “organs” to the way they determine every single human characteristic. Learn More
They eyes have it – our full attention, that is, in this jam-packed edition on everyone’s favorite sense. Eyes, for kids, peeks into every facet of this wondrous organ, from its structure and how it processes an image to how the eye appears in art and has shaped human history. Learn More
Eww! Why is this issue covered in germs? For kids fixated on the germy, squirmy invisible world, Germs will be just what they need: a dose of history, told through the way that diseases have shaped human lives and civilizations, followed by an inspection of ways that we can protect ourselves against these micro invaders. Learn More
From powerful pump to the imagined seat of our emotions, the abilities of the human heart, for kids, are broken down here in colorful sections on everything from its many internal structures to how to care for your heart. Learn More
Scientists say that whales’ lungs weigh a ton – or is that just a lot of hot air? It’s true! In Lungs; for kids who want all the facts on this impressive organ, they’ll find out how lungs work, how they allow us to talk, and what happens if you don’t take care of them. Learn More
Explore the history of healing and surgery, along with its earliest practitioners, and read about the fascinating birth of modern medicine. For kids who want to be doctors, this issue is a great place to start. Learn More
Make way for microbes! For kids who want all the squirmy details about the invisible creatures that make us sick (but mostly keep us alive), this issue delivers; from microbes’ many positive uses to the sometimes-destructive path they’ve made through history, it’s all here. Learn More
Some of the most important components in body movement are undoubtedly your muscles; for kids who want to explore the basics, this issue hits the spot, with facts about everything from what they’re made out of to how the different sections work together to allow your body to dance, sing, and jump. Learn More
Fill ‘er up! With healthy food, that is. The elements of good nutrition, for kids, are featured here, with a focus on which foods provide the best fuel, the role of vitamins, and how the digestive process works. Learn More
Almost no other human characteristic compels as much attention as skin – and the rainbow of colors it comes in; Skin, for kids, surveys this remarkable organ from top to bottom, highlighting key points about everything from its structure to its almost-miraculous ability to heal itself. Learn More
All the most incredible details about the five senses – for kids who want to learn more about the sights and sensations they experience every day – are laid out for discussion and exploration in this touchy-feely issue. Learn More
Amazingly, trees cover over 30 percent of the world’s land area. In forests, they’re kings and queens, reigning supreme over all the other plants and animals below. In parks and gardens, and along city streets, trees bring beauty and a. Read More
Everything you eat – from a salad to a slice of pizza – goes through the same basic process once you eat it. That process provides your body with the energy and nourishment that it needs to survive. But how does it work? Find out with this informative, easy-to-understand infographic on the digestive process! Read More
A progression of natural events heralds the transition from winter to spring. If you’re like me, you point these out to the kids with excitement. But, if you’ve got questioners in your house, your observations may be met with “Why?” Why do the bulbs start to come up, even when there is still snow on the ground? How do plants distinguish between a cold, wet day in December and a cold, wet day in March? Read More
Stand back a bit and scan the produce section of your grocery store. Ask your child to name the colors she sees. Green is probably most noticeable. Maybe there is some orange, red and yellow. How about blue? Ask your child to name all the bluish fruits and vegetables and the two of you can probably count them on one hand. Why is there so much green and so little blue? Read More
