Central Kansas Library System

Mentions some sounds the ear can hear, such as the "ping" of a toaster and the "splish-splash-plop" of raindrops.

An introduction to the sense of smell. Includes related activities.

Describes the parts of the eye and how they work.

Photographs and text illustrate how we use our eyes to drive, read, and see things big and small and far away or close up.

Text and photographs explain how fingers and skin can feel shape, texture, hardness, size, weight, temperature, sharpness, and dryness, and that some people use their sense of touch to read.

Discusses the functions, disorders, and care of the five senses.

Describes the ways in which certain animals, such as snakes, dogs, weevils, moths, elephants, and owls, use their noses to pick up scents and breathe.