The body needs nutrients to survive. This title explores how organs and other parts of the body break down food into nutrients the body can use. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

What is the digestive system? -- How digestion begins -- Fueling the body.