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Adventures of the Lungs
Series: Adventures of the Human Body
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In Adventures of the Lungs, discover what the lungs do, their role in talking, eating, singing, and what the respiratory system is anyway. Each book in this series focuses on a certain part of the human body, using the body part as an approachable cartoon character...
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Entertaining insight into the complex topic of the lungs and respiratory system through a series of lung character comic strips
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In Adventures of the Lungs, discover what the lungs do, their role in talking, eating, singing, and what the respiratory system is anyway.
Each book in this series focuses on a certain part of the human body, using the body part as an approachable cartoon character in a series of relatable everyday situations. This blending of simple scientific explanation with cartoon artwork makes the KS2 science highly accessible. Comic strips by former Beano cartoonist are interspersed with explanation spreads to consolidate the learning, too. Perfect for readers age 8+ or anyone wanting their first book about the lungs!
Books in the series:
Adventures of the Lungs
Adventures of the Heart
Adventures of the Gut
Adventures of the Skeleton
Don't miss the incredible Adventures of the Brain series, and discover how the brain thinks, feels, and works with the rest of the body.
Series: Adventures of the Human Body
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Adventures of the Lungs
In Adventures of the Lungs, discover what the lungs do, their role in talking, eating, singing, and what the respiratory system is anyway. Each book in this series focuses on a certain part of the human body, using the body part as an approachable cartoon character in a series of relatable everyday situations. This blending of simple scientific explanation with...Hardback$3499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Pre-orderAdventures of the Gut
In Adventures of the Gut, discover what happens when you eat—from the moment food touches your tongue to its epic journey through your body. Find out what organs make up the digestive system, the importance of eating healthily, and the garden in your gut. Each book in this series focuses on a certain part of the human body, using the...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips from Supplier
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781526328595
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 12 March 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wayland
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Gary Boller
Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 272.0mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Dr. Numbere K. Numbere (Author)
Dr Numbere K. Numbere MBBS MSc BSc FRCP is a respected consultant in respiratory medicine, with a wealth of experience in the field stretching nearly two decades, and a fondness for DC comics, Christopher Nolan films and jollof rice.Gary Boller (Illustrator) Gary lives in Hampshire, UK, with his wife and two children, one chihuahua and four cats. He trained as a graphic designer gaining an HND but also did a few years in advertising in London. He always doodled as a kid, even on his parents walls and loved the comics of the day, The Beano and Dandy. He has since go on to work on many books and comics, including the famous ones mentioned above.More from Children's Books
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