About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about what happens to their lunch after they eat it or when they begin showing a mix of curiosity and mild 'gross-out' fascination with their own body functions. This graphic-style guide transforms the biological process of digestion into an accessible, step-by-step adventure through the human body. Using a vibrant, comic-like format, Molly Kolpin breaks down complex science into manageable chunks that demystify everything from saliva to the large intestine. It is perfectly pitched for elementary students, focusing on wonder and discovery rather than clinical dryness. Parents will appreciate how it uses humor and clear visuals to explain necessary health concepts without being overwhelming.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and scientific. It deals with bodily functions (waste) in a direct, matter-of-fact way that is educational rather than toilet-humor focused, though it acknowledges the 'yuck' factor that children enjoy.
Ideal Reader
A 7-year-old who loves comic books and is starting to ask 'how' things work. It's particularly good for a child who might find traditional science textbooks boring but thrives on visual learning and narrative-driven facts.
