Polio Pioneer
No. of pages 40
Published: 2020
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"Polio Pioneer" by Linda Elovitz Marshall tells the inspiring story of Jonas Salk, the scientist who developed the first successful polio vaccine. Set against the backdrop of a world grappling with the devastating effects of polio, the book highlights Salk's determination, innovative thinking, and commitment to public health. It chronicles his journey from a young boy fascinated by science to a groundbreaking researcher, courageously standing against skepticism and challenge. Through his relentless efforts, Salk not only sought to save lives but also changed the course of medical history, ultimately bringing hope to millions affected by the disease. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2020 by Random House USA Inc .
Lisa Anchin is a Brooklyn based writer and illustrator. She holds a handful of degrees, most recently an MFA from the School of Visual Arts' Illustration as Visual Essay program. Lisa lives with her husband, daughter, and studio cats.
This book features the following character:
Jonas Salk
This book features the character Jonas Salk.