World Lung Day is observed globally each year to raise awareness about lung health, promote clean air, and reduce the burden of respiratory illnesses like asthma, bronchitis, emphysema pneumonia and lung cancer.
The day was created because respiratory illnesses receive far less attention than other major health concerns. Globally, lung diseases account for a significant share of preventable deaths. World Lung Day reminds everyone that most respiratory conditions can be prevented, detected early, or managed well with timely care.
Recently I was looking for picture books about the body for a kindergarten class. There are a lot more to choose from than there used to be because it has crept back into the new science curriculum. Here's some books about our lungs:
