Dr Roopa's Body Books: The Hero Heart
A fun and fact-packed introduction to the human body and the anatomy of the heart for readers age 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
$17.24
- Paperback
32 pages
- Release Date
12 February 2026
Summary
“Straightforward and intriguing … perfect for reading aloud to children.” - The Guardian
Learn all about how to look after your heart in this fun and fact-packed introduction to anatomy from award-winning writer and doctor, Roopa Farooki – perfect for fans of Adam Kay.
Your heart is the super-hero of your body! It works every second, of every day, and never, ever, takes a break. With words by medical doctor and writer of acclaimed memoir Everythin…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781529504538 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1529504538 |
| Author: | Dr Roopa Farooki, Viola Wang |
| Publisher: | Walker Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Walker Books Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 12 February 2026 |
| Weight: | 150g |
| Dimensions: | 3mm x 208mm x 243mm |
| Series: | Dr Roopa's Body Books |
| Audience Age: | 4-8 |
Dr Roopa Farooki
Dr Roopa Farooki is both a medical doctor and a writer for adults and children, including six literary novels that have been translated into over twelve languages. Her writing has been awarded the John C. Laurence Prize and listed three times for the Women’s Prize. She is also a lecturer on the Masters in Creative Writing at the University of Oxford.
Viola Wang is a graduate of the Children’s Book Illustration MA at the Cambridge School of Art. She was born in China, where she studied oil painting before moving to the UK to work as a graphic designer. In 2021 she was selected for a scholarship programme at the Royal Drawing School, where she now runs children’s workshops.
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