Kay's Anatomy: A Complete (and Completely Disgusting) Guide to the Human Body

What do our readers think of Kay's Anatomy: A Complete (and Completely Disgusting) Guide to the Human Body? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny illustrations, gross jokes and surprising facts, and they say the book makes learning about the body exciting rather than boring. Some children find the subject very disgusting, but that is often part of what makes them want to keep reading.

What does the Pageticker team say about Kay's Anatomy: A Complete (and Completely Disgusting) Guide to the Human Body?

Kay’s Anatomy is a brilliantly cheeky way to make human biology memorable, mixing solid facts with cartoon illustrations, silly questions and plenty of comedy. Adam Kay’s experience as a former doctor gives the book a reassuringly knowledgeable backbone, whilst the lively tone keeps it far from textbook territory. Best suited to curious children aged around 9 and up, especially those who enjoy gross-out humour. Parents should keep in mind that this book covers topics such as reproduction, puberty, illness and death.

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What is Kay's Anatomy: A Complete (and Completely Disgusting) Guide to the Human Body about?

Embark on a hilarious and slightly repulsive journey through the human body with Adam Kay. 'Kay's Anatomy' answers quirky questions like 'Are bogeys safe to eat?' and 'How much time will you spend on the toilet?' Packed with fascinating facts and laugh-out-loud moments, this book makes learning about your insides an unforgettable adventure.

About the author

Adam Kay is a bestselling British author known for his funny and interesting books. He wrote 'Kay’s Anatomy' and 'Kay’s Marvellous Medicine', which teach children all about how the human body works in a fun way. Adam loves sharing amazing science facts and making people laugh with his brilliant stories.

Discussion ideas around Kay's Anatomy: A Complete (and Completely Disgusting) Guide to the Human Body

Gross but fascinating: Why do you think facts about bogeys, poo and other body functions make science more memorable, and when might the jokes become too much?

A body full of surprises: Which fact about the human body would you most like to share with someone else, and what makes it so surprising?

Taking care of ourselves: What advice in the book could help someone look after their body, and why do you think people sometimes ignore advice they know is sensible?

Everyone is different: How does the book show that bodies can work in different ways, and why is it important not to laugh at differences?

Learning through laughter: How do the jokes, quizzes and illustrations change the way you learn compared with a more traditional science book?