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    Say hello to Chloe and Nurb and let them take you on a tour of the human body. You'll find out how the body's organs work and learn about body systems like the digestive system and brain and nervous system. Enjoy your tour!

    • How Bones Work

      How Bones Work

      If you want to know more about your beautiful bones, this movie is a great place to start!

    • How the Brain & Nervous System Work

      How the Brain & Nervous System Work

      Your brain is the boss of your body and runs the whole show. Watch this movie and find out more!

    • How the Digestive System Works

      How the Digestive System Works

      Watch this movie about your digestive system, the system that handles the food you eat.

    • How Ears Work

      How Ears Work

      How do you hear? Watch this ear video to step inside the ear.

    • How the Endocrine System Works

      How the Endocrine System Works

      The endocrine system produces hormones, which help your body grow and function.

    • How Eyes Work

      How Eyes Work

      Your eyes see, but how does vision happen? Find out how the eyes and brain work together in this eye video.

    • How Hair Works

      How Hair Works

      Hair grows almost everywhere on your body. In this hair video, you'll go under the skin to find out where hair begins.

    • How the Heart Works

      How the Heart Works

      Watch this movie about your heart and circulation - the system that sends blood throughout your body.

    • How the Immune System Works

      How the Immune System Works

      When you get sick, your immune system comes to the rescue. Find out more in this movie for kids.

    • How Nails Work

      How Nails Work

      Your nails aren't just there to look pretty. Watch this nails video to find out how nails grow and why you shouldn't bite them!

    • How the Nose Works

      How the Nose Works

      It sniffs and smells, but how does it work? Find out more in this nose video.

    • How Lungs Work

      How Lungs Work

      You breathe in. You breathe out. But what's happening inside? Watch this movie and find out!

    • How Muscles Work

      How Muscles Work

      Your muscles give you power to move and do important jobs in your body. Watch this movie for kids and find out more.

    • How the Skin Works

      How the Skin Works

      You couldn't live without the skin you're in. Find out what's going on under the surface in the skin video.

    • How Teeth Work

      How Teeth Work

      You need teeth to talk and eat properly. From baby teeth to permanent teeth, find out all about them in this teeth video.

    • How the Tongue Works

      How the Tongue Works

      Salty, sour, sweet - you couldn't taste any of that without a tongue. Find out how your tongue works in the tongue video.

    • About Healthy Weight

      About Healthy Weight

      People come in all shapes and sizes. But what makes a healthy weight? Watch this movie and find out!

    • How the Urinary System Works

      How the Urinary System Works

      Watch this movie about the urinary system, which makes pee.

Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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