“Why does my nose run? What are taste buds? Where do tears come from?” Parents know that kids have many questions about their bodies. To help kids - and parents - uncover the mysteries of the human body, KidsHealth.org has launched a new version of its #1 feature for kids, “How the Body Works.” Since 2004, more than 1.6 million people have viewed a “How the Body Works” feature. Using kid-friendly language, animations, and activities, “How the Body Works” is a popular resource for homework help and an entertaining way for kids to get answers to their questions. The new interactive module builds upon the previous features and includes more than 100 articles, quizzes, word searches, activities, and movies featuring everything from the adventures of Glandman to Col. Lucy Leukocyte, commander of a body’s immune system. To view “How the Body Works,” visit KidsHealth.org. KidsHealth comes from The Nemours Foundation, one of the largest nonprofit organizations devoted to children’s health. The site has received many accolades including being named on of the 50 Coolest Websites by TIME Magazine.

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