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fairytaleknitter's review against another edition
reflective
fast-paced
3.5
I know kids love this book but I found it dull.
lattelibrarian's review
4.0
This was probably the most entertaining book on the topic of human biology that I've ever read. So much of what I read here I previously knew through panicking and scouring WebMD (thanks, ear infections!), and I only wish that I had a book like this so much sooner. It's fun, cute, and a graphic novel, so really, what's not to love? I mean, do you SEE those dancing body parts on the cover??
But for real, this book does an absolutely fantastic at breaking down the human body into basics (and then some). Sure, our body parts are made of cells, but what exactly are those made of? And how do cells interact with each other? Why are they so different? What do they do? All of these questions are answered in a logical way, going from bone, to muscle, to organs, and more!
What I thought was done exceptionally well, however, were the bits on reproductive organs. It wasn't super cutesy or too clinical--just perfect, in my opinion, for not being too embarrassing for the younger reader to read or see. This chapter discusses the different ways in which female and male bodies grow through puberty, what to expect when you're older, how a fetus is made, and how that fetus is born.
All topics were handled gracefully and educationally, making this a graphic novel that even the most strict parents can't say no to!
Review cross-listed here!
But for real, this book does an absolutely fantastic at breaking down the human body into basics (and then some). Sure, our body parts are made of cells, but what exactly are those made of? And how do cells interact with each other? Why are they so different? What do they do? All of these questions are answered in a logical way, going from bone, to muscle, to organs, and more!
What I thought was done exceptionally well, however, were the bits on reproductive organs. It wasn't super cutesy or too clinical--just perfect, in my opinion, for not being too embarrassing for the younger reader to read or see. This chapter discusses the different ways in which female and male bodies grow through puberty, what to expect when you're older, how a fetus is made, and how that fetus is born.
All topics were handled gracefully and educationally, making this a graphic novel that even the most strict parents can't say no to!
Review cross-listed here!
jwinchell's review against another edition
5.0
The coolest! This is an incredibly thorough and compulsively accessible tutorial on the wondrous human body. An outstanding addition to our growing nonfiction graphic literature section.
bgprincipessa's review against another edition
5/2018 - Skimmed this. Really surprised at the level of accurate detail! Could definitely be used as a supplement to an upper elementary/middle school science class, or for any kids who are super into biology.
librariandest's review against another edition
5.0
Highly entertaining and educational. I had the word "duodenum" stuck in my head for days!
mjoyner's review against another edition
4.0
Human Body Theater is a well-researched, well-explained biology textbook for kids. Could be interesting for kids who like to know how things work, but...
It is a TRAVESTY that there isn’t an index in the back. If I were a parent, I’d be using this book to answer random body questions from my kids, and I’d want to be able to flip to sections quickly and easily.
It is a TRAVESTY that there isn’t an index in the back. If I were a parent, I’d be using this book to answer random body questions from my kids, and I’d want to be able to flip to sections quickly and easily.
marmoset737's review against another edition
5.0
A comprehensive, detailed exploration of the human body with lots of humor, appealing pictures, and fun. A good choice to round out a science collection. Because it's so comprehensive, it's a bit long for some kids most likely - but it would be a good book to pull out for specific "sections" of anatomy as well.
kmfeeney's review against another edition
3.0
This one is tough for me. I love the premise and delivery, it definitely works, just not for an adult who knows about anatomy.
There were a few places where things were unclear.
I also did not like that the science book gave an unscientific definition of "theory." It propagates the idea that all theories are unproven and just ideas or hypotheses instead of well established explanation for something.
There were a few places where things were unclear.
I also did not like that the science book gave an unscientific definition of "theory." It propagates the idea that all theories are unproven and just ideas or hypotheses instead of well established explanation for something.