Human Body - Facts for Kids

Basic Information

The epidermis is the scientific name for the outermost layer of your skin — the part you can see and touch!

Your cerebellum is made up of special nerve cells called neurons — about 69 billion of them, which is more than 10 times the number of people on Earth!

Your tongue is actually a powerful muscle that sits in your mouth between your teeth and helps you eat, speak, and taste all your favorite foods!

The main job of your toes is to help you balance and move by providing stability and pushing power!

Basic Information

Your masseter muscle (say: “mass-eh-ter”) is one of the strongest muscles in your face, and scientists call it the “chewing champion” of your body!