How the Brain Grows provides students with a foundation of knowledge about the structure and function of the organ also known as the body's "CEO" and "CPU." The appealing, full-color format supports animated, in-depth discussion of the growth and development of the brain. Readers will also learn about exciting scientific studies now underway, as well as possible future research, that will help us better understand the brain.
CONTENTS Introduction Chapter 1: Structure and Function of Your Brain - Part 1 Chapter 2: Structure and Function of Your Brain - Part 2 Chapter 3: The Brain Grows - Communication Leads to Connections Chapter 4: The Prenatal Period Chapter 5: The First Five Years Chapter 6: Ages Six to Twelve Chapter 7: The Teen Brain Chapter 8: Frontiers of the Future Glossary Bibliography Further Reading Credits Index