Bones - (Step Into Reading, Step 2) by Stephen Krensky (Paperback)

About the Book How many bones are there is the human body? Which bone is the longest? Or the smallest? This simple Step Into Reading introduction teaches young readers these facts and many more about the skeleton inside each of us. The book also describes how bones perform different functions as part of the human body. Full color. Book Synopsis How many bones are there in the human body? Which bone is the longest? Or the smallest? Without bones, you would be a blob, like a jellyfish or a worm. Our bones support us and protect our insides. They work together with our muscles to allow us to do all the things we do! So when you think of your bones, say "Thank you!" This simple Step 2 introduction teaches young readers these facts and many more about the skeleton inside each of us! About the Author Stephen Krensky has published more than 100 books of fiction and non fiction ncluding The Last Christmas Tree, illustrated by Pascal Campio n and the Sydney Taylor Award winning , Hannukah at Valley Forge , illustrated by Greg Harlin . He lives in Lexington, Massachusetts with his wife, Joan.