Books like Parts by Tedd Arnold


In this rhyming children’s story, a five‑year‑old boy fears that his body is disintegrating. As he watches new teeth grow, hair sprout, and skin regenerate, he learns that the human body is a natural, constantly renewing system. The book uses playful rhyme and simple language to explain biological changes in an engaging and reassuring way. With vivid illustrations and memorable verses, "Parts" invites young readers to explore the wonders of growth and the everyday marvels of the body around them.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Tedd Arnold
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