Provides twenty interesting facts about the parts and function of the human body's skeletal system, and discusses how to nurture a healthy system. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

A look at the parts of the human skeleton, the types of joints, and the diseases that affect the bones.

Bonaparte the skeleton is literally falling to pieces and needs help from his friends to pull himself together before the first day of school.

An introduction to the human skeletal system, explaining how the 206 bones of the skeleton join together, how they grow, how they help make blood, what happens when they break, and how they mend.

Describes the types and functions of bones, what happens when bones break, and ways to keep your bones healthy. Includes a quiz, a glossary, and color photographs.

Discusses the work of skeletons and exoskeletons in humans and animals. Features color photographs, an activity, a quiz, a glossary, and further resources.

"Introductory text explains the functions and physical concepts of the skeletal system with color photography and simple scientific diagrams. Intended for students in grades three through six"--Provided by publisher.

Highlights the importance of the skeleton in the human body, and discusses the differences between endoskeletons and exoskeletons. Also asks readers to guess the animal for each skeleton. Includes color photographs and a glossary.