Senses

Your skin is the largest organ of your body. Sensors in your skin communicate with your brain to let you know how an object feels. Readers will discover how the sense of touch allows them to learn about their surroundings, feel pain, and experience enjoyment.

Your nose can smell thousands of different scents. Your nose works with your brain to accomplish the important act of smelling. Learn how smells make your food taste better, bring back memories, and even keep you from danger.

Did you know that you don't remember all the sounds you hear in a day? Your brain lets you know what sounds are important to pay attention to. Students will discover how their ears allow them to hear loud noises, whispers, music, and many other sounds.

Imagine your life without the sense of sight. Many things would be different without the amazing process through which your eyes focus light so that you can see. Taking care of your eyes is very important, so as you explore the sense of sight, be sure not to read this book by dim light!

Did you know girls often have more taste buds than boys? Taste buds on your tongue let you taste foods that are salty, sweet, sour, or bitter. This book introduces how your taste buds send messages to your brain so that you can enjoy delicious foods or know if a food is too spicy or sour to eat.