First Book in Physiology and Hygiene

This book is intended for children. The special object which the author has aimed to accomplish in the preparation of this work are:To present in a simple manner such anatomical and physiological facts as shall give the child a good fundamental knowledge of the structure and functions of the human body. To present each topic in such clear and simple language as to enable the child to comprehend the subject matter with little aid from his teacher.A natural and logical order has been...
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This book is intended for children. The special object which the author has aimed to accomplish in the preparation of this work are:To present in a simple manner such anatomical and physiological facts as shall give the child a good fundamental knowledge of the structure and functions of the human body. To present each topic in such clear and simple language as to enable the child to comprehend the subject matter with little aid from his teacher.A natural and logical order has been observed in the sequence of topics. Technical terms have been used very sparingly, and only in their natural order, and are fully explained.Some of the topics covered include:A General View of the BodyOur FoodsUnhealthful FoodsOur DrinksHow We DigestBad Habits in EatingWhy the Heart BeatsHow to Keep the Heart and the Blood HealthyWhy and How We BreatheHow to Keep the Lungs HealthyThe Skin and What It DoesHow to Take Care of the SkinThe Kidneys and Their WorkOur Bones and Their UsesHow to Keep the Bones HealthyThe Muscles, and How We Use ThemHow to Keep the Muscles HealthyHow We Feel and ThinkHow to Keep the Brain and Nerves HealthyBad Effects of Alcohol Upon the Brain and NervesHow We Hear, See, Smell, Taste, and Feel