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Blood and germs: the Civil War battle against wounds and disease (Medical Fiascoes)
By Gail Jarrow. 2020
Explores the science and gruesome history of US Civil War medicine, using actual medical cases and first-person accounts by soldiers,…
doctors, and nurses. Jarrow reveals battlefield rescues, surgical techniques, treatments, and patient care, celebrating the men and women of both the North and South who volunteered to save lives. For grades 5-8. 2020Clara Barton: spirit of the American Red Cross (Ready-to-Read Stories of Famous Americans)
By Patricia Lakin, Simon Sullivan. 2004
Even little kids get diabetes
By Connie White Pirner. 1991
All about asthma
By Blanche Sims, Abby Levine, William Ostrow, Vivian Ostrow. 1989
Mrs. Cooney is loony!: My weird school, book 7 (My Weird School Ser. #7)
By Dan Gutman. 2005
I can be safe: a first look at safety (A first look at ... book)
By Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker. 2003
Teaches children to trust their instincts when it comes to new situations and strangers. Shows them ways to keep safe,…
such as knowing their phone number and their parents' names, and what to do if someone touches them inappropriately. For preschool-grade 2. 2003Leo, the snow leopard: the true story of an amazing rescue
By Juliana Hatkoff. 2010
Account of a baby leopard named Leo and his global journey from being orphaned in the Pakistan mountains to being…
a star in the Bronx Zoo. Includes facts about the Wildlife Conservation Society, zoos, captive breeding, and laws about endangered species. For grades K-3. 2010Clara Barton: Humanitarian
By Samuel Etinde Crompton. 2009
Profiles humanitarian and nurse Clara Barton (1821-1912), who cared for wounded soldiers during the American Civil War. Discusses her efforts…
to establish the American National Red Cross. Also covers her personal life and challenges, the war, and her lasting legacy. For grades 6-9. 2009Sweet whispers, Brother Rush: A Newbery Honor Award Winner (Avon Flare Book, An)
By Virginia Hamilton. 2001
Fourteen-year-old Tree resents her working mother for leaving her in charge of her seventeen-year-old brother Dab, who is simple. But…
when she encounters her uncle's ghost, Tree comes to a deeper understanding of her family's problems--and the power of love. For grades 6-9. C.S. King Award, Newbery Honor. 1982Explaining diabetes (Explaining)
By Anita Loughrey. 2010
Defines type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Discusses symptoms and diagnoses, insulin injections, dietary guidelines, physical activity, related health issues,…
and treatments. Includes case studies on adults and kids who live with diabetes and manage their conditions. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining blindness (Explaining... Ser.)
By Lionel Bender. 2010
Discusses blindness and various levels of visual impairment, some of which are age-related. Covers causes and effects, treatments for certain…
conditions, mobility challenges, home and school issues, and new technologies. Includes case studies featuring children and adults. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining autism
By Robert Snedden. 2010
Describes autism, the autistic spectrum, Asperger syndrome, and the varied effects of these disorders on people. Discusses genetics, treatment options,…
and possible behaviors of autistic children at home, at school, and as they age. Includes case notes on individuals. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining cystic fibrosis (Explaining... Ser.)
By Jillian Powell. 2010
Discusses cystic fibrosis, which is caused by a faulty gene and affects the lungs and digestive system. Explains that no…
cure is available but various physical regimens--including medication, diet, exercise, and physiotherapy--allow children a relatively active lifestyle. Includes case studies of children and adults. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining epilepsy (Explaining... Ser.)
By Lionel Bender. 2010
Discusses various kinds of epilepsy, which is a brain condition, not a disease, and the mild to severe symptoms it…
produces. Describes the triggers to a seizure, treatments, and medications. Includes case studies of children and adults. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining deafness (Explaining... Ser.)
By Sarah Levete. 2010
Discusses degrees of deafness and its effect on people. Details causes and diagnosis of deafness and covers topics including lipreading,…
sign language, hearing aids, cochlear implants, technological devices, and the deaf community. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining asthma (Explaining... Ser.)
By Angela Royston. 2010
Defines asthma--a condition affecting breathing--and describes its causes and treatments. Discusses the function of the lungs and the effect asthma…
has on them, the triggers and handling of an asthma attack, and prevention techniques. Includes case notes on children and athletes with asthma. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining cerebral palsy (Explaining... Ser.)
By Sarah Levete. 2010
Discusses the causes and effects of cerebral palsy and the various challenges it presents to individuals during activities such as…
moving around, learning, and communicating. Covers ways of managing everyday tasks and the role of assistive technology. Includes case studies of children and adults. For grades 4-7. 2010Explaining Down syndrome (Explaining... Ser.)
By Angela Royston. 2010
Discusses the genetic condition known as Down syndrome, reasons it occurs, and its effects on daily living. Explains chromosomes and…
their involvement in Down syndrome. Includes case studies of children and adults. For grades 4-7. 2010We want you to know: kids talk about bullying
By Deborah Ellis. 2010
Students ages nine to nineteen discuss their feelings about being tormented and their reactions to it. Questions about ways individuals…
and schools can handle these situations follow each personal account. Based on the premise that bullying is not a normal part of childhood. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2010Explaining food allergies (Explaining)
By Carol Ballard. 2010
Defines allergies as a body's reaction to specific foods and not just a person's aversion or dislike of these foods.…
Discusses common culprits, such as peanuts, wheat, milk, and shellfish, and varying symptoms, including rashes, vomiting, and anaphylaxis. Covers avoidance, tests, treatment, and possible genetic connections. For grades 4-7. 2010