The circulatory or cardiovascular system has fascinated people throughout history. Better understanding how this vital system works can promote greater health and well-being. Whether exploring the heart and lungs or learning about veins and arteries, these books provide readers with some terrific insights.
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My Circulatory System
by Martha Elizabeth Hillman Rustad
Review: This bright, well-presented book makes a perfect introduction to the circulatory system for young readers. Multiple photographs and bold, clear diagrams quickly attract the eye. Concise, age-appropriate writing explains the role of blood and how the circulatory system works in a basic, easy-to-understand manner. The end material includes a glossary, further books to read, links to internet sites and three critical thinking questions. Access to videos via a free, downloadable app further enhances the reader experience.
Suggested Reading Age: 4 to 8 years old. In my opinion, this is better suited to the lower end of this age bracket.
Your Circulatory System Works!
by Flora Brett
Review: Coming in at 24 pages, this short book contains a lot of information. Your Circulatory System Works! makes a perfect next step for readers who have just started to inquire into this aspect of human biology. Chapters look at how the heart works, the different parts of blood and circulatory problems, for example. Key vocabulary is written in blue font with the definitions helpfully written at the bottom of the page. The book also features a glossary and some other books and sites to refer to.
Suggested Reading Age: 6 to 8 years old.
The Circulatory System: Why Does My Heart Beat? (Body Systems) Revised Edition
by Sue Barraclough
Review: Sue Barraclough provides young readers with a thorough introduction to the circulatory system. The main body of the book is divided into short chapters each of which answers a key question, such as, “What are blood cells?”, “What do my arteries do?” and “Why is blood moved back to my heart?” Concise, easily understandable sentences make this topic accessible and answer a wide range of questions.
Suggested Reading Age: 6 to 8 years old.
Adventures In The Circulatory System
by Alexander Lowe (Author), Sebastian Kadlecik (Illustrator)
Review: Readers will love joining the “Bod Squad” as they explore the marvels of the circulatory system. Written in an engaging comic book format, Adventures In The Circulatory System is packed full of information. Questions that commonly arise are addressed during the squad’s action-packed adventure. Readers will quickly be able to explain why arterial blood is brighter red than blood in the veins, and the direction that blood is travelling in when it is in a vein. Lively and engaging, Adventures In The Circulatory System has a wide appeal.
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Suggested Reading Age: 7 to 10 years old.
Body Systems: The Circulatory System
by Roxanne Troup
Review: Beginning by explaining how our hearts beat faster when playing sports, Roxanne Troup quickly dives into the workings of the circulatory system. Divided into 3 main chapters, Troup provides readers with an easy-to-understand, interesting overview. Offset boxes contain additional facts and keywords feature in the glossary at the end. Throughout the text, Roxanne interweaves the example of girls playing sports to explain what is happening in the circulatory system. This clever idea helps bring scientific facts to life.
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Suggested Reading Age: 7 to 10 years old.
Anatomy: A Cutaway Look Inside The Human Body
by Hélène Druvert and Jean-Claude Druvert
Review: This large-sized book is a visual treat. Starting by introducing the muscles, Hélène Druvert proceeds to look at the digestive system, circulatory system, respiratory system, nervous system and the skeleton in turn. She then turns her attention to some of the individual elements associated with these systems such as the brain, heart and lungs as well as looking at the five senses, for example. The clever use of laser-cut pages allows readers to gradually unpeel the layers of the human body one by one. Lift-up flaps further add to the book’s appeal providing a nice interactive element. Highly recommended.
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Suggested Reading Age: 8 years and upwards. In my opinion, this book can be enjoyed by all ages. Please note, the laser cuts are extremely fine, so the youngest readers may need some supervision to prevent them from being torn.
The Man Who Touched His Own Heart: True Tales Of Science, Surgery and Mystery
By Rob Dunn
Review: The Man Who Touched His Own Heart is a highly readable look at the human heart and how we treat its conditions. Packed full of fascinating facts, insights and anecdotes, Dunn considers science and history as he explores this most intriguing of organs. From considering the Ancient Egyptians’ perception of the heart to discussing the first heart surgery to modern heart transplants readers will finish this book with a far greater understanding of the human heart. Spurred on by his own mother’s experiences, this is a compelling and educative read.
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Suggested Reading Age: Older teens and adults.
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