About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking those big, puzzling questions about how they can feel a stubbed toe, remember a birthday, or decide to move their arm. It is the perfect bridge for a child who is moving from basic body awareness to a deeper interest in the biology of the self. Through clear prose and striking photography, Seymour Simon demystifies the complex world of neurons, the spinal cord, and the different lobes of the brain. While the book is educational, its core emotional theme is one of wonder and self-appreciation. It helps children between ages 7 and 12 understand that their brain is a powerful command center, fostering a sense of identity and confidence in their own cognitive abilities. Parents will appreciate the way it simplifies high-level science without talking down to the reader, making it a reliable resource for home or school research.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and strictly scientific. It does not deal with brain trauma or disability, focusing instead on the standard functioning of the nervous system. The tone is objective and awe-inspiring.
Ideal Reader
An elementary student who loves 'how it works' books or a child who has recently discovered a passion for science and wants a more sophisticated look than a standard picture book provides.
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