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Your One And Only Heart

Author Rajani LaRocca

Illustrated by Lauren Paige Conrad

Hardcover

$18.99 US

Penguin Young Readers | Dial Books

8.88"W x 11.31"H x 0.35"D | 15 oz | 24 per carton

On sale Aug 15, 2023 | 40 Pages | 9780593326336

Age 5-8 years | Grades K-3

Reading Level: Lexile AD960L | Fountas & Pinnell R

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A lyrical introduction to the many wonders of the human heart, from award-winning author and practicing doctor, Dr. Rajani LaRocca

In this stunning non-fiction picture book, poetry and science come together with playful cut-paper illustrations to create a moving ode to the human heart and all that it does. Complete with illustrative diagrams and copious backmatter, this is a one-of-a-kind non-fiction picture book that gently guides readers through the various systems make up our most vital organ.

Praise for Your One And Only Heart

A NCTE Notable Poetry Book

“LaRocca makes clear that this organ shares a number of seemingly contradictory characteristics and thus ‘does / Everything / it’s supposed to do. / Just like you.’ … [This book] will leave readers marveling at the versatility of one of the body’s most essential organs.” –Kirkus

“[LaRocca] tempers a plethora of information with light, accessible text … Similarly, colorful, geometric illustrations featuring children with a range of skin colors, hairstyles, and physical abilities provide just enough visual cues to understand such concepts as how the heart works like a dropper and its electrical signals…[A] charming STEAM collection.” –Booklist

Newbery Honoree Rajani LaRocca grew up loving both science and stories. A graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Medical School, she lives outside Boston, where she practices medicine and writes books for young readers. View titles by Rajani LaRocca