Big Book of The Body (Big Books)
Usborne All About Books Series
What’s inside...
Minna Lacey’s Big Book of the Body is an oversized, lift-the-flap exploration of how the human body works. Across eight panoramic spreads, vivid illustrations and bite-sized facts guide children through the skeleton and muscles, the beating heart and flowing blood, the busy brain and nervous system, digestion, breathing, the senses, and how bodies grow and mend. Clear language, flaps to lift, and gigantic fold-outs turn complex biology into an accessible, exciting journey that inspires curiosity and respect for the amazing machine we live in.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-6
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which body system surprised you the most and why?
How do you keep your heart and lungs healthy every day?
What would happen if bones were soft like jelly?
Why is it important to wash hands after playing outside?
Tip: Role play these questions
Act out muscle movements as you lift each flap.
Trace your child’s hand and label the bones together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Care for your body
Explanation: Sections link nutrition, exercise, and rest to organ health.
Real-World Application: Choosing balanced meals and active playtime.
Example Lesson: Stay curious about science
Explanation: Fun facts invite deeper questioning of how things work.
Real-World Application: Asking questions in class or visiting science museums.
Example Lesson: Appreciate diversity
Explanation: Illustrations show bodies may look different but work the same.
Real-World Application: Respecting classmates with different appearances or abilities.
Example Lesson: Practice hygiene
Explanation: Germ flaps show how washing hands stops illness.
Real-World Application: Regular hand-washing after play and before meals.