Brain Basics

This is me, and this my brain. It has various parts that don't function the same.How does our heart beat without thinking about it? Why is our body able to balance or coordinate precise movements? The answer is the amazing brain! Your brain directs your whole body and helps to shape who you are as a person. It is made up of different regions or "rooms" that each have their own unique job-like helping to see colors, recall memories, and make smart decisions.Brain Basics: Neuroscience for Kids is a fun and simple guide to some of the brain's most incredible abilities. With easy-to-understand explanations, it's the perfect way to spark curiosity and introduce kids to the fascinating world of neuroscience-the science of what makes us think, feel, and be alive.