An engaging and accessible book on maintaining a safe and healthy lifestyle for children aged 8-11, this book covers such topics as: teeth, gum disease, oral hygiene, skin and what can go wrong with it, sweating, hair and looking after it, and caring for your nails. Packed with colour photographs, each spread also includes a fascinating fact, something to try out or a healthy hint.

Author Biography

Dr Carol Ballard has written several children's books on human biology and health. A specialist in primary science, she currently teaches science, mathematics and geography in primary school.