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Did you know that more than 2.1 pints (1 liter) of food can be stored in the stomach? Food stays in the stomach for 2 to 5 hours. Discover more fascinating facts in Digestive System, a title in the Body Systems
series. Each title in Body Systems guides readers through the fascinating inner workings of the human body. The human body contains several complex systems that work closely together to support life and
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This title teaches readers about the digestive system. Readers will learn that food is fuel for their bodies, and about the long and amazing journey, that food takes through the digestive system to be broken down into something the body can use. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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When we eat food, we don't need to think about how our bodies will break it down. The digestive system takes care of that for us. Readers will learn the ins and outs of the human digestive system. They'll see how the system starts working as soon as food enters the mouth and doesn't stop until it's taken what the body needs and expelled the rest. Concise text is written at a low reading level, helping struggling readers understand this important scientific...
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In this book, early fluent readers will explore the role of the digestive system in a healthy, functioning body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the amazing world inside themselves. An infographic illustrates the location of the digestive system within the body, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the digestive system...
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How does your body break down food? What does the small intestine do? Find out in this interesting look at the Digestive System. The book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! The digestive system is made up of the tongue, the esophagus, the stomach, the intestines, and other parts. But what does the digestive system do? And how do its parts work together to keep your body healthy? Explore the digestive system in this engaging and informative book.
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The satisfaction derived from savoring a steak or indulging in an ice cream sundae is only one aspect of a larger process that occurs in the human digestive system. From the moment food enters our mouths until long after we have finished a meal, the body engages in an extensive routine designed to retain nutrients and discard waste. This comprehensive book examines all the vital components involved in consuming and digesting food as well as the diseases...
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After eating your favorite healthy snack, how does the body know where all the nutrients should go? The digestive system is a network of organs that works with other systems to feed the body the nutrients it needs to survive! Follow along as diagrams show the path food takes as it is broken down into usable parts. A close-up feature looks at the nutrient-absorbing cilia that line the small intestine. Pick up this title today to discover how our bodies...
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The human digestive system works by introducing water and enzymes into food in order to extract nutrients and minerals from it. This process is assisted by smooth, involuntary muscles along the tract that help push food along. All waste products are excreted at the end of the digestive cycle. Charts that show the inner workings of the digestive system make it easier for students to visualize precisely how the process works. This may be easier for...
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The digestive system takes the food we put into our mouths and breaks it down into the most elemental parts. Our bodies use these nutrients to fuel life processes. The digestive system also eliminates waste products from our bodies. Readers will view this system through illustrative diagrams. They will also learn about nutrition and the importance of maintaining a healthy digestive system.
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Presents an overview of the digestive system, including key parts of the system and their jobs, how to keep the system healthy, and fun facts. Basic biology fascinates children, and each book in this kid-friendly collection begins with an engaging narrative to examine intriguing scientific questions. The following sections use a straightforward question-and-answer approach alongside colorful photos and illustrations to explain organs and systems of...
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