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The Great Big Body Book

Name: The Great Big Body Book
ISBN: 9781847808721

By Mary Hoffman

How can one amazing body grow, move, think, heal and change so much?

informative · inclusive · thought-provoking · humorous

Genres

Non-fiction Health/Lifestyle Feelings/Wellbeing

What is The Great Big Body Book about?

What makes every body special? Explore how bodies grow and change from babyhood to old age, and discover body parts, the five senses, movement, fitness, health and healing. This lively, inclusive book celebrates all kinds of bodies, showing how people can be alike and different. Meet children and adults with different abilities, families and experiences, while learning about growing, thinking, feeling and looking after yourself. Clear explanations, colourful illustrations and gentle humour make the human body fascinating to discover.

About the author

Mary Hoffman is a much-loved British author who has written over 100 books for children and young people. She is best known for her fantasy series 'Stravaganza' and the popular picture book 'Amazing Grace'. Mary enjoys exploring different cultures and magical worlds in her stories, inspiring children everywhere to love reading and use their imagination.

Pages

40 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2016

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