"Dr. Jo: How Sara Josephine Baker Saved the Lives of America's Children" by Julianna Swaney tells the inspiring story of Dr. Sara Josephine Baker, a pioneering pediatrician in the early 20th century. Faced with the challenges of public health in New York City, Dr. Baker implemented innovative strategies to combat infant mortality and improve child welfare. Through her groundbreaking work, she educated mothers about nutrition and hygiene, advocated for vaccinations, and created vital health programs that transformed the lives of countless children. Her dedication and influence established her as a trailblazer in medicine, emphasizing the importance of caring for the youngest members of society. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2018 by Tundra Books .

Julianna Swaney is an illustrator and fine artist whose work is inspired by themes of imagination and whimsy. She is passionate about folklore, animals, nature and history. She obtained a BFA degree in printmaking from the Maine College of Art and now lives in Portland, Oregon.