Hidden Heroes in Medicine

From the Series Who Else in History? (Alternator Books ®)

  • Interest Level: Grade 3 - Grade 6
  • Reading Level: Grade 4

Uncover the stories of hidden heroes who transformed the medical field. Direct quotes from medical professionals reveal their successes and experiences with racism, sexism, and ableism.

Let’s shine a light on these heroes. They prevented diseases, fought outbreaks, and created their own practices. They also created programs to make the medical field more inclusive and welcoming. These medical personnel fought hard for their patients. Learn more about these heroes whose work continues to have an impact.

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Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 6
Reading Level Grade 4
Genre Social Studies
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction, Biography, Diverse Books: Feminism, Diverse Books: Physical Disability & Illness, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diverse Books: Social Justice, Diversity
Copyright 2023
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Brand Alternator Books ®
Imprint Lerner Publications ™
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2022-08-01
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF007110, JNF024020, JNF053140
Dewey 610
Dimensions 7 x 9
Lexile 920
Guided Reading Level U
ATOS Reading Level 5.7
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
Features Bibliography/further reading, Glossary, Index, Source notes, and Timeline

Author: Dionna L. Mann

Dionna L. Mann is an independent researcher and children’s book author of both fiction and nonfiction. Dionna loves learning about lesser known individuals in African American history, and then sharing their stories with young readers.

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