Brain

by Walker, Richard

• ISBN13: 9780789485281
• ISBN10: 0789485281
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-03-20
• Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.

Summary

A fun, yet informative series that offers a chance to delve deep into a wide range of fascinating subjects from nature, history, and science. Full-color, fun, and crammed with facts, DK's Secret Worlds take a fresh look at familiar subjects with brilliant results! Kids age 9 and up can delve into a wide range of subjects from nature to history to science for researching school projects, sating a curious appetite, or just for the love of reading. Tried-and-tested Web sites and a mega-reference section are just two of the innovative features that will keep kids and parents coming back for more. Priced to collect, these dramatically designed books are a valuable addition to any child's bookshelf.

Author Biography

Author Dr. Richard Walker has taught biology at the high-school and college levels and is an expert in anatomy Consultant Dr. Cabrielle Murphy is an infection and immunology specialist, a medical consultant, and an author

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(2)
Brain Story	8	(8)
What Nerve!	16	(8)
Mapping the Brain	24	(8)
It's All in the Mind	32	(8)
Sensing the World	40	(8)
Smells and Tastes	48	(6)
All Ears	54	(8)
Looking at Life	62	(8)
Brain Teasers	70	(1)
Best Behavior	70	(15)
Reference Section	85	(9)
Index	94	(2)
Credits	96