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The Secret of the Yellow Death

A True Story of Medical Sleuthing

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"Extremely interesting . . . Young people interested in medicine or scientific discovery will find this book engrossing, as will history students" ( School Library Journal).[He had] a fever that hovered around 104 degrees. His skin turned yellow. The whites of his eyes looked like lemons. Nauseated, he gagged and threw up again and again . . .Here is the true story of how four Americans and one ... Read more

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"Extremely interesting . . . Young people interested in medicine or scientific discovery will find this book engrossing, as will history students" ( School Library Journal).[He had] a fever that hovered around 104 degrees. His skin turned yellow. The whites of his eyes looked like lemons. Nauseated, he gagged and threw up again and again . . .Here is the true story of how four Americans and one
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Murder on the Baltimore Express

The Plot to Keep Abraham Lincoln from Becoming President

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Someone wants to murder Abraham Lincoln! This thrilling, true story reveals how a deadly plot to assassinate the President was discovered and how a daring detective whisked Lincoln to safety, changing the course of history.Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best books of 2021 (#cplbest)!"A perfect example of excellent narrative nonfiction and a must-have."--School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW ... Read more

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Someone wants to murder Abraham Lincoln! This thrilling, true story reveals how a deadly plot to assassinate the President was discovered and how a daring detective whisked Lincoln to safety, changing the course of history.Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best books of 2021 (#cplbest)!"A perfect example of excellent narrative nonfiction and a must-have."--School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW
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Worst of Friends

Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and the True Story of an American Feud

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Celebrated for her nonfiction books aimed at young readers, award-winning author Suzanne Tripp Jurmain illuminates historical figures in fun and engaging ways. Worst of Friends draws listeners into the earliest days of America's history to profile the friendship and rivalry that grew between Founding Fathers Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, both of whom would go on to become president of the ... Read more

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Celebrated for her nonfiction books aimed at young readers, award-winning author Suzanne Tripp Jurmain illuminates historical figures in fun and engaging ways. Worst of Friends draws listeners into the earliest days of America's history to profile the friendship and rivalry that grew between Founding Fathers Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, both of whom would go on to become president of the
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The Secret of the Yellow Death

A True Story of Medical Sleuthing

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In the summer of 1899, U.S. forces in Cuba discover the island is rampant with Yellow Fever. So the U.S. government sends a group of four elite Army doctors headed by Dr. Walter Reed to determine what is causing the outbreak. Working against the clock as more lives are claimed, the doctors investigate the theory that mosquitoes might be spreading the disease. During their experiments, two of the ... Read more

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In the summer of 1899, U.S. forces in Cuba discover the island is rampant with Yellow Fever. So the U.S. government sends a group of four elite Army doctors headed by Dr. Walter Reed to determine what is causing the outbreak. Working against the clock as more lives are claimed, the doctors investigate the theory that mosquitoes might be spreading the disease. During their experiments, two of the
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Apollo 13 (Totally True Adventures)

How Three Brave Astronauts Survived A Space Disaster

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Could you survive an outer-space disaster? Aspiring astronauts and young explorers will love this out-of-this-world Totally True Adventure.Astronauts Jim Lovell, Jack Swigert, and Fred Haise blasted off for the Moon on April 11, 1970. But after a disastrous explosion damaged their spacecraft, the three men had only one goal: to get back home safely. This informational text makes space travel ... Read more

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Could you survive an outer-space disaster? Aspiring astronauts and young explorers will love this out-of-this-world Totally True Adventure.Astronauts Jim Lovell, Jack Swigert, and Fred Haise blasted off for the Moon on April 11, 1970. But after a disastrous explosion damaged their spacecraft, the three men had only one goal: to get back home safely. This informational text makes space travel
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Separate Is Never Equal

Sylvia Mendez and Her Family's Fight for Desegregation

by Duncan Tonatiuh ...

Seven years before Brown v. Board of Education, the Mendez family fought to end segregation in California schools. Discover their incredible story in Separate Is Never Equal, a picture book from award-winning creator Duncan Tonatiuh.Jane Addams Children’s Book Award WinnerA Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor BookA Robert F. Sibert Honor BookSTARRED REVIEW *“Masterfully com... ... Read more

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Seven years before Brown v. Board of Education, the Mendez family fought to end segregation in California schools. Discover their incredible story in Separate Is Never Equal, a picture book from award-winning creator Duncan Tonatiuh.Jane Addams Children’s Book Award WinnerA Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor BookA Robert F. Sibert Honor BookSTARRED REVIEW *“Masterfully com...
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Bubonic Panic

When Plague Invaded America

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Series series Deadly Diseases
Uncover the true story of America's first plague epidemic in 1900 in this book is perfect to share with young readers looking for a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the world.In March 1900, San Francisco's health department investigated a strange and horrible death in Chinatown. A man had died of bubonic plague, one of the world's deadliest diseases ... Read more

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Uncover the true story of America's first plague epidemic in 1900 in this book is perfect to share with young readers looking for a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the world.In March 1900, San Francisco's health department investigated a strange and horrible death in Chinatown. A man had died of bubonic plague, one of the world's deadliest diseases
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Hide-and-Seek

No Ticks, Please

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by Nancy Fox ...

A Lyme disease survivor explains tick-borne maladies in "a straightforward, nonfrightening way . . . A useful guide to avoiding a dangerous bug" ( Kirkus Reviews).This children's book teaches strategies for preventing Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Through the story of Alex and José, children will learn about José's discovery of a hidden danger (a tick) and how their activities may put them ... Read more

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A Lyme disease survivor explains tick-borne maladies in "a straightforward, nonfrightening way . . . A useful guide to avoiding a dangerous bug" ( Kirkus Reviews).This children's book teaches strategies for preventing Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Through the story of Alex and José, children will learn about José's discovery of a hidden danger (a tick) and how their activities may put them
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Red Madness

How a Medical Mystery Changed What We Eat

by Gail Jarrow ...

Series series Deadly Diseases
One hundred years ago, a mysterious and alarming illness spread across America's South, striking tens of thousands of victims. No one knew what caused it or how to treat it. People were left weak, disfigured, insane, and in some cases, dead.Award-winning science and history writer Gail Jarrow tracks this disease, commonly known as pellagra, and highlights how doctors, scientists, and public health ... Read more

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One hundred years ago, a mysterious and alarming illness spread across America's South, striking tens of thousands of victims. No one knew what caused it or how to treat it. People were left weak, disfigured, insane, and in some cases, dead.Award-winning science and history writer Gail Jarrow tracks this disease, commonly known as pellagra, and highlights how doctors, scientists, and public health
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What is Cancer? Kids Book About Cancer

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What is the Big C and why is everyone is afraid of it? This educational resource will explain what cancer is and what it is not. The information may not be as comprehensive as doctors would explain it, but it includes all the essential and interesting facts about the disease. The addition of images will only make this book a much more interesting read. Grab a copy now. ... Read more

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What is the Big C and why is everyone is afraid of it? This educational resource will explain what cancer is and what it is not. The information may not be as comprehensive as doctors would explain it, but it includes all the essential and interesting facts about the disease. The addition of images will only make this book a much more interesting read. Grab a copy now.
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Fatal Fever

Tracking Down Typhoid Mary

by Gail Jarrow ...

Series series Deadly Diseases
Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and "Typhoid Mary" in this book perfect to share with young readers interested in a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the entire world.Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as "Typhoid Mary". Read how Mary ... Read more

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Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and "Typhoid Mary" in this book perfect to share with young readers interested in a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the entire world.Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as "Typhoid Mary". Read how Mary
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DK Readers L4 Robot Universe

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Robot Universe takes the reader on a discovery of fascinating modern-day robots, and gives the reader a look at the past, and future of robotic evolution.A thrilling introduction to the capabilities of robots and the computers that control them, from space rovers to robots that perform surgery. Meet Pepper, the first robot able to show and understand human emotions, all in one book!Robot Universe ... Read more

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Robot Universe takes the reader on a discovery of fascinating modern-day robots, and gives the reader a look at the past, and future of robotic evolution.A thrilling introduction to the capabilities of robots and the computers that control them, from space rovers to robots that perform surgery. Meet Pepper, the first robot able to show and understand human emotions, all in one book!Robot Universe
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