Do you know what the largest organ in the body is? It's skin! Designed to enhance readers' understanding of skin and its role in our overall health and homeostasis, this volume delves into the multitude of layers in skin, as well as how each layer functions to protect the body, regulate temperature, and facilitate sensation. The volume features colorful photographs to engage visual learners and age-appropriate main text to make complex concepts accessible and engaging. With clear and concise text, readers learn about essential processes such as sweat production, the role of melanin in skin color, and how the skin collaborates with other systems.