A Tour of the Nervous System

Join a tour of the nervous system, which helps you breathe, move, and think. Learn about neurons that carry messages between your brain and body in this illustrated narrative nonfiction book for elementary-age readers. Discover the brain's parts, including the cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem, and how they control different functions. Follow the spinal cord and nerves as they send signals throughout your body. Includes tips for keeping your nervous system healthy and a glossary of important terms. Whimsical characters combined with informative diagrams will help kids understand the science of the human body.