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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
Superdog: the heart of a hero
By Caralyn Buehner, Mark Buehner. 2004
Even little kids get diabetes
By Connie White Pirner. 1991
All about asthma
By Blanche Sims, Abby Levine, William Ostrow, Vivian Ostrow. 1989
It feels good to be yourself: a book about gender identity
By Theresa Thorn. 2019
Mrs. Cooney is loony!: My weird school, book 7 (My Weird School Ser. #7)
By Dan Gutman. 2005
The undefeated
By Kwame Alexander. 2019
Poetic ode to black American triumph and tribulation. Highlights the traumatic and tragic events in black history; the faith and…
fire of the civil rights movement; and the grit, courage, and perseverance of some of the world's greatest heroes. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 2019The truth as told by Mason Buttle
By Leslie Connor. 2018
As he grieves his best friend Benny's death, Mason and his friend Calvin, who are targeted by the neighborhood bullies,…
create an underground haven for themselves. But when Calvin goes missing, Mason finds himself in trouble. For grades 5-8. 2018Can I see your I.D.?: true stories of false identities
By Chris Barton. 2011
Recounts the cases of ten imposters who assumed false identities for money or kicks, to expose injustice, to escape persecution,…
or other reasons. Includes the arrest of sixteen-year-old Keron Thomas, who impersonated a New York City subway motorman for the thrill of driving a train. For grades 6-9. 2011I 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. 2010