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Planet KidsPediatrics

Just for kids

Your body is amazing. Let's find out how it works.

Real answers about your body, doctors, germs and feelings, in words that actually make sense.

Young Kids

Things to explore

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How your body works

Your heart is a pump the size of your fist. Listen to it!

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Why we get sick

Germs are tiny. Your body has a team that fights them.

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Going to the doctor

What each tool does, before anyone touches you.

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Sleep

Sleep is when your body grows and tidies up your brain.

Quiz time

Myth vs Fact

Myth

Going outside with wet hair gives you a cold.

Fact

Colds come from viruses, not cold air.

Myth

Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis.

Fact

That popping is just gas bubbles.

Myth

Sugar makes kids hyper.

Fact

Studies say excitement usually comes from the party, not the cake.

Ask Dr. Henry

Got a question about your body? Ask a grown-up to send it in with you. Dr. Henry answers kids' questions in his video series.

Send a question