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Kay's Anatomy

A Complete (and Completely Disgusting) Guide to the Human Body
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Kay's Anatomy by Adam Kay is a delightful exploration of the human body designed for children. The book navigates through a wide range of bodily functions and features with humour and engaging illustrations, making complex scientific concepts accessible and entertaining for young readers. It's both educational and amusing, encouraging curiosity about biology.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about how the human body works, as it's packed with fascinating facts presented in a humorous and accessible way. Perfect for young readers with an interest in science and a good laugh, this book may appeal to those who enjoy learning about biology with a comedic twist.

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Kay's Anatomy

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The record-breaking, bestselling hilarious first children's book from multi-million bestselling author Adam Kay, illustrated throughout by comedian Henry Paker. Now in paperback.

Do you ever think about your body and how it all works? Like really properly think about it?

The human body is extraordinary and fascinating and, well... pretty weird. Yours is weird, mine is weird, your maths teacher's is even weirder.

This book is going to tell you what's actually going on in there, and answer the really important questions, like—

Are bogeys safe to eat? Look, if your nose is going to all that effort of creating a snack, the least we can do is check out its nutritional value. (Yes, they're safe. Chew away!)

And . . .

How much of your life will you spend on the toilet? About a year—so bring a good book. (I recommend this one.)

So sit back, relax, put on some rubber gloves, and let a doctor take you on a poo- and puke-filled tour of your insides. Welcome to Kay's Anatomy.

*a fancy word for your body. See, you're learning already.

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Kay's Anatomy by Adam Kay is praised for its humorous and engaging approach to explaining the human body, making it both enjoyable and educational for children. Critics commend it for being child-friendly and chatty, with many noting its ability to make readers laugh while learning. It is highlighted as perfect for at-home learning and comes highly recommended by authors and educators for its entertaining yet informative content.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241452929

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Henry Paker
  • Illustrated by Henry Paker

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 339g

Pages: 416

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About the Author

Adam Kay (Author) Adam Kay is an award-winning writer and former non-award-winning junior doctor. His first book "This is Going to Hurt- Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor" was a Sunday Times number one bestseller for over a year and has sold over 2.5 million copies. It has been translated into 37 languages and is winner of four National Book Awards, including Book of the Year, and will be a major new comedy drama for BBC/AMC starring Ben Whishaw. His second book "Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas" was an instant Sunday Times number one bestseller and sold over 500,000 copies in its first few weeks. His compilation "Dear NHS" raised over e250k for charity. His record-breaking debut children's book "Kay's Anatomy" was published in October 2020.

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