
audiobook
by Francis M. (Francis Marion) Walters
Physiology and Hygiene for Secondary Schools
Preface
PHYSIOLOGY AND HYGIENE
PART I: THE VITAL PROCESSES
CHAPTER I - INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER II - GENERAL VIEW OF THE BODY
CHAPTER III - THE BODY ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER IV - THE BLOOD
CHAPTER V - THE CIRCULATION
CHAPTER VI - THE LYMPH AND ITS MOVEMENT THROUGH THE BODY
This textbook invites young learners to explore the human body as a living system, presenting the science of physiology in language that is both clear and engaging. It shows how understanding organs and processes can guide everyday choices about health and hygiene, turning abstract facts into practical knowledge. By linking observation with reasoning, the book aims to develop a solid scientific mindset in secondary‑school students.
The chapters are organized around the idea that every part of the body works toward a common purpose, emphasizing the unity of systems rather than isolated facts. Practical experiments and classroom observations are woven throughout, giving pupils hands‑on experience even when full laboratory facilities are unavailable. The author cautions against oversimplified metaphors, encouraging teachers to build concepts on accurate, observable evidence.
Additional material in smaller print offers deeper insight for teachers who wish to extend the course, and a list of recommended references points readers toward more advanced studies. Students are encouraged to keep a notebook, recording their findings as they discover how the body maintains health through proper habits.
Language
en
Duration
~13 hours (751K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-11-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
b. 1862
A schoolbook writer from the early 20th century, this author focused on making physiology and hygiene clear, practical, and useful for students. His books turn the science of the human body into straightforward lessons about health and daily living.
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