From childhood we are told that humans have five senses: hearing, sight, smell, taste and touch. But your school teachers were wrong. All of us have at least thirty-two senses - and our survival depends on them. In Super Senses, award-winning science journalist Emma Young explores our surprisingly rich sensory lives. She discovers why the main function of our ears isn't for hearing; how we can find taste receptors in places other than our tongues; how improving your sense of smell might increase your enjoyment of sex; why the semi-nomadic Himba people can't distinguish between blue and green but Russians can see two shades of blue; and how touch can confuse the way your brain registers pain. She also delves into the 'new' senses - including balance and internal-sensing - without which you'd be dead within minutes. And by exploring the lives of people with sensory over-sensitivity to those who feel no emotion at all, Young shows that our senses don't simply inform us, they form us. Traversing cutting-edge research and drawing on the experiences at the extremes of the sensitivity spectrums, as well as stories from history and anthropology, Super Senses takes readers on a journey that will make them see themselves, and the world around them, through entirely fresh eyes.

James "Smelly" Kelly used his super-senses and intelligence to make sure that the New York City subway in the 1930s ran safely throughout his lifetime and beyond. James Kelly smelled EVERYTHING: rats in the shed; circus elephants a mile away; tomorrow's rain. His sense of smell was EXTRAORDINARY. But what good was a powerful nose? How could his super-sniffer make him special? In the New York City subway, James found his calling--and earned the nickname "Smelly" Kelly. Armed with his super-sniffer and the tools he invented, he tracked down leaks from the dangerous to the disgusting, from the comical to the bizarre. Then, he sprang into action to prevent cave-ins and explosions in the tunnels beneath the city. Smelly Kelly not only hunted leaks but also saved lives--and he discovered the truly extraordinary power inside him. Beth Anderson's fast-paced text and Jenn Harney's comical illustrations bring to life this everyday superhero.

Although he cannot see, Daredevil uses his super senses of smell, touch, taste, and sound to save the day! Humans don’t quite have the super senses of Daredevil. But in this title, readers will explore how people and animals use their senses in super ways! Informative text highlights the superpower in fiction, the science behind the power, and the power’s future possibilities. Special features reinforce the text by profiling a popular superhero, highlighting the superpower in the media, showing off its use in nature, and more!

The World's Best Muffin has been stolen! It's up to the Super Senses superheroes to follow the crumbs and track it down in this tasty adventure! The super chubby has a padded cover and is perfect for little hands and Backyardigans fans! A best-selling format for the Backyardigans!

Super-sniffing, high-power hearing, eerie eyesight, and power-house punches—some of Earth's amazing animals have super-hero senses!

Dive into the Wild Wicked Wonderful world of the animal kingdom with the Top 10: Super Senses. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

Rosie Posie experiences the world from a unique perspective. Join irresistible, cheerful Rosie for an insightful journey to explore sensory extremes and learn techniques to help the super child in your life. While Rosie practices her words, she uses sign language to help people understand her. When she won’t eat, creative ways to enjoy food are discovered. When she feels overwhelmed, calming techniques comfort her. With assistance from her parents and others, Rosie discovers ways to be her super self. Rosie is brave and strong, like a real-life super hero, in an often overwhelming world. She loves trains, making brilliant patterns with toys, and catching snowflakes with her younger brother, Buddy. In this delightful, educational picture book, a courageous little girl with super senses learns life changing techniques to help her cope and find her way in the world. Based on a true story.