The Brain Is Kind of a Big Deal

Written & illustrated by Nick Seluk

Discover why your brain is the ultimate life manager in this fun, fact-filled journey.

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40 pages· 1,480 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a world where your brain is the star, managing everything from your heartbeat to your thoughts. This engaging picture book uses humor and comic-style art to reveal the brain's vital role in making you who you are. With anthropomorphized organs and witty jokes, explore how this incredible organ keeps you alive and thriving every day. Why is the brain such a big deal? Find out in this must-read adventure that makes learning about science both fun and accessible.

From the publisher

Oh hey, guess what? New York Times bestseller Nick Seluk has a hilarious new nonfiction picture book all about your body’s very own computer – the brain!Have you ever thought about everything your brain does for you? It is always working to keep you alive and safe. (Plus it lets you think about funny stuff, too.) So why is the brain such a big deal? Because it makes you YOU, of course!This funny and factual picture book from Heart and Brain creator Nick Seluk explains the science behind everything the brain helps you do: keeping your heart beating, telling you when you are sleepy, remembering stuff, and more. The brain is in charge of everything you do, every minute of every day for your entire life. That’s kind of a big deal.Each spread features bite-sized text and comic-style art with sidebars sprinkled throughout. Anthropomorphized organs and body parts – recognizable from Nick Seluk’s New York Times bestselling book – help readers learn through funny jokes and comic panels. Funny, smart, and accessible, The Brain Is Kind of a Big Deal is a must-have!

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