As my kids have grown, they\u2019ve asked me more and more questions about their bodies. What is a belly button for? What does a brain look like? Why do we have a skeleton?<\/p>\n
Usually, this calls for a trip to the library. When my kids have questions, I often turn to books to help them find answers. Here are some of the best books about the human body for kids.<\/p>\n
no no 9781524766368 Hello, World! My Body<\/i> by Jill McDonald <\/p>\n
With this brightly illustrated board book, your bundle of joy can learn the names of all their body parts. Young children will enjoy identifying their eyes, ears, fingers, and toes and learning what they do. With plenty of vocabulary words and colorful artwork, it\u2019s no wonder Amazon named it an Editor\u2019s Pick.
\n(Ages 0 – 3)<\/i><\/p>\n
9781984829924 Dr. Seuss Discovers: The Human Body<\/i> by Dr. Seuss <\/p>\n
Babies and toddlers will love learning about how bodies work with the help of Thing 1 and Thing 2. It\u2019s the perfect introduction to the human body for tiny readers.
\n(Ages 0 – 3)<\/i><\/p>\n
9781680106978 How it Works: Human Body<\/i> by Amelia Hepworth, illustrated by David Semple <\/p>\n
Learn about your bones, organs, and senses with this board book for toddlers and preschoolers. Interactive die-cut pages, layers, and bright illustrations make this informative book a must-read for curious children.
\n(Ages 2 – 5)<\/i><\/p>\n
9780593112625 Bodies Are Cool<\/i> by Tyler Feder <\/p>\n
This picture book is an excellent way to teach your child body positivity. It celebrates bodies in all shapes, sizes, and colors\u2014from hair to toes and everything in between.
\n(Ages 3 – 5)<\/i><\/p>\n
9780763688417 Give Me Back My Bones!<\/i> by Kim Norman, illustrated by Bob Kolar <\/p>\n
Arrrgh! Kids will love this humorous story about a pirate skeleton hunting for its bones on the ocean floor. This picture book uses fun rhymes, alliteration, and wordplay to teach readers about the skeletal system while tickling the funny bone.
\n(Ages 4 – 8)<\/i><\/p>\n
9780744051544 The Fact-Packed Activity Book: Human Body<\/i> by DK <\/p>\n
Learning about the body has never been so fun! Curious kids will love the hands-on nature of this exciting activity book. It\u2019s jam-packed with puzzles, activities, fun facts, and plenty of information to keep aspiring scientists and doctors occupied for hours.
\n(Ages 5 – 9)<\/i><\/p>\n
9780744039405 Gross and Ghastly: Human Body<\/i> by Kev Payne <\/p>\n
If it\u2019s repulsive, you can bet kids will love it. From farts to puke and things that ooze, readers will learn disgusting facts about the human body in this wildly entertaining book. Puzzles, quizzes, and games make it an irresistible pick for kids.
\n(Ages 6 – 9)<\/i><\/p>\n
9780744028157 The Brain Book<\/i> by Liam Drew <\/p>\n
Brain-obsessed kids will find a treasure trove of fun facts in this educational book. Inside, they\u2019ll find snippets of age-appropriate information about the brain and nervous system, what they do, and how they work.
\n(Ages 7 – 9)<\/i><\/p>\n
9781536217254 The Body Book<\/i> by Nosy Crow, illustrated by Hannah Alice <\/p>\n
Young readers will learn about the various systems in the human body with this interactive picture book. Transparent diagrams show how they fit and work together to make our bodies function.
\n(Ages 7 – 10)<\/i><\/p>\n
9780744028843 1,000 Amazing Human Body Facts<\/i> by DK <\/p>\n
Kids who want to dive deep into the human body\u2019s inner workings won\u2019t find a better resource than this book. Readers will have a blast poring over the pages filled with exciting information, stunning imagery, and fascinating facts.
\n(Ages 8 – 12)<\/i><\/p>\n
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2015 and updated in 2022.<\/small><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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