Jonas Salk and the Polio Vaccine
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2006 · Est. 23 min read-aloud

Jonas Salk and the Polio Vaccine

Written by Krohn and Katherine · Illustrated by Milgrom and Al

Part of the Inventions and Discovery series

A scientist races to stop a devastating disease with a groundbreaking vaccine.

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32 pages· 2,220 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud· GN760L
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In a world gripped by fear of a relentless disease, one scientist, Jonas Salk, embarks on a daring quest to develop a life-saving vaccine. As polio ravages communities, Salk faces immense pressure and skepticism. Can he overcome the odds and change the course of history? This graphic novel brings to life the intense journey of innovation and hope, where the stakes are nothing less than the future of humanity.

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Tells the story of Jonas Salk’s involvement in the development of a polio vaccine. Written in graphic-novel format.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
32
Words
2,220
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
GN760L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.3
F&P level
~R
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
107842
Publication
Published
September 1, 2006
First published
January 1, 2006
Publisher
Capstone Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780736864831
LCCN
2006008188
OCLC
64688694

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