2nd+Grade

 This list of supportive books and resources was originally compiled by the RBIS librarian. Please add any additional resources that you find useful while teaching these units of inquiry. Make a note next to any resources that weren't pertinent to the topic or age level. Central Idea: //Human life is dependent on the interrelationships of the systems within the body.//
 * Welcome to the Second Grade UOI Resource List! **
 * Who We Are **

By Taylor, Barbara Presents an illustrated guide to the human body and its functions, explaining how various systems work to protect the body, gather information, grow a baby, digest food, and more. Includes a glossary.
 * The best book of the human body**

By Young, Ruth M. A literature unit for use with "The Magic School Bus Inside the Human Body," featuring pre- and post-reading activities, a biographical sketch of the author, a book summary, activity-oriented lessons, a unit assessment, and an annotated list of related books and materials.
 * A guide for using The magic school bus inside the human body in the classroom**

By Young, Ruth M. A collection of science activities on the human body for the second through fifth-grade classroom.
 * The human body**

By Olien, Rebecca Explains how the circulatory system works, and discusses its role in the human body, problems that can affect the circulatory system, and how to stay healthy.
 * The circulatory system**

By Olien, Rebecca Explains how the digestive system works, and discusses its role in the human body, problems that can affect the digestive system, and how to develop healthy habits.
 * The digestive system**

By Olien, Rebecca Looks at the role of glands and hormones in the human body, explains how the endocrine and circulatory systems work together, and discusses some of the things that can go wrong with the endocrine system.
 * The endocrine system**

By Olien, Rebecca Explains how the muscular system works, and discusses its role in the human body, problems that can affect the muscular system, and how to keep muscles healthy.
 * The muscular system**

By Olien, Rebecca Explains how the nervous system works, and discusses its role in the human body, problems that can affect the nervous system, and how to stay healthy.
 * The nervous system**

By Olien, Rebecca Explains how the respiratory system works, and discusses its role in the human body, problems that can affect the respiratory system, and how to keep lungs healthy.
 * The respiratory system**

By Olien, Rebecca Explains why the skeletal system is important; explains how bones work, describing bones' sizes and shapes, joints, and bones' interaction with muscles; and provides guidance on keeping one's bones healthy.
 * The skeletal system**

By Chandler, Fiona An illustrated exploration of the human body for children, providing information about the senses, different body systems, health, and other topics, and including links to Internet resources for additional information.
 * Usborne first encyclopedia of the human body**

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Central Idea: //Journeys create change within ourselves and can lead to new understandings.//
 * Where We Are in Place and Time **

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Central Idea: //Creative expression provides many ways to communicate ideas and emotions.//
 * How We Express Ourselves **

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Central Idea: //Earth is a unique planet within a solar system and space.//
 * How the World Works **

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Central Idea: //Within an organization people share responsibilities towards a common purpose.//
 * How We Organize Ourselves **

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Central Idea: //People use available materials in their everyday lives.//
 * Sharing the Planet **

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