
Human Body! (Knowledge Encyclopedias)
DK
A detailed children's encyclopedia of the human body, using cutaway illustrations and clear explanations of each system, from cells and bones to the brain.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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Resources for understanding the natural world, the human body, and how things work.
Includes: Human anatomy · Biology and animals · Space and astronomy · Earth science, weather, and geology · Physics, engineering, and inventions · Visual science guides
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DK
A detailed children's encyclopedia of the human body, using cutaway illustrations and clear explanations of each system, from cells and bones to the brain.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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Usborne
A more illustrated, playful companion to a body encyclopedia — one memorable fact per page about how the body works.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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Usborne
Short, visual facts spanning physics, chemistry, biology, and technology. A broad, approachable science reference for browsing.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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Usborne
A focused space reference covering planets, stars, rockets, and astronauts in bold, fact-a-page infographics.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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Julia Rothman
Hand-drawn, labeled illustrations of the natural world — from mountains and weather to leaves, mushrooms, and birds. A wonderful companion to nature walks and nature journaling.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12 · Ages 13+
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Julia Rothman
Illustrated, labeled pages about tides, coral reefs, sea creatures, and coastal life. Inviting for families who love the beach or marine biology.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12 · Ages 13+
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DK
Richly illustrated, vintage-style anthologies of animals, plants, and the natural world — beautiful books for slow reading and browsing.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12 · Ages 13+
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DK
A visual guide to dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures, with large images and short profiles. Popular with children who love fossils and deep time.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12 · Ages 13+
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Louie Giglio
Short devotions that pair facts about space, animals, and the human body with reflections on God as Creator.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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Louie Giglio
A second collection of science-themed devotions connecting wonders in nature and the universe to God's character.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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Louie Giglio
A third set of devotions exploring the natural world — from oceans to outer space — as a reflection of God's creativity.
Ages 6–8 · Ages 9–12
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