An arresting introduction to skeletons. Each spread has an introductory paragraph plus captioned drawings and spectacular photos. Topics include exoskeletons, fish, birds, mammals, arms, skulls, and teeth. The look at the human skeleton also gives discussions of skull, spine, ribs, arms, and legs, plus front and rear views.

This book looks at the muscles, bones, and joints that make up the musculoskeletal system. We look at how this system supports and protects the human body and allows it to move around. We will also examine the composition and workings of bones, muscles, and tendons and consider the problems that can occur when the musculoskeletal system gets too much, or too little, activity.

Contents: Why do we move? -- What gives the body its shape? -- Skull and backbone -- Legs and arms -- Inside a bone -- Blood and bone -- Changing bones -- Connected bones -- More about joints -- Damage and repair -- Turning energy into action -- How do muscles work? -- Striped and smooth -- Ligaments and tendons -- Matching pairs -- Other muscle jobs -- Reflexes -- Balance and coordination -- Exercise -- Slowing down -- Caring for bones and muscles.