Books About Public Health

The Best Public Health Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about public health? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Great Stink
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

The Great Stink

By Colleen Paeff, Nancy Carpenter (Illustrator)

An engineer battles London's deadly pollution with an innovative sewer system. Can he save the city from cholera's grip?

Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Honor (2022)Golden Kite Award (2022)
40 pages· 1,576 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 928 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1858, London's River Thames reeks of filth, spreading deadly cholera. Engineer Joseph Bazalgette envisions a revolutionary sewer system to cleanse the city and save lives. As he battles the stench and skepticism, can his grand design transform London into a healthier place? This engaging tale of innovation and determination reveals how one man's vision changed the course of history, offering insights into preventing pollution today. Dive into a story where engineering meets heroism, and discover how a single idea can impact generations.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

Start Now!

Empower young minds to tackle global issues and make a difference today.

144 pages· 20,697 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 179 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Dive into a world where young activists learn to tackle health, climate change, and bullying. With engaging stories and real-life examples, this guide empowers kids to create positive change in their communities. How will they rise to the challenge?
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2014

Patient Zero (Revised Edition)

Uncover the perilous quest to trace deadly diseases back to their origins.

192 pages· 38,465 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 538 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Dive into the perilous world of epidemiology, where unsung heroes risk everything to trace the origins of deadly diseases. From Spanish Influenza to Covid-19, these gripping tales reveal the relentless pursuit to identify 'patient zero' and halt the spread of epidemics. As they face skepticism and danger, these pioneers unravel the mysteries of eight major outbreaks, offering a riveting glimpse into the high-stakes battle against invisible enemies. Will they succeed in their race against time?
Picture Book · Ages 10–14 · 2014

The Black Death

Survive the Black Death's chaos in medieval Europe through three gripping tales.

48 pages· 2,914 words· Est. 30 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 30 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Journey to medieval Europe as the Black Death ravages Florence in 1348. Witness a city in turmoil, desperate flagellants seeking divine mercy, and a fruit seller turned doctor amidst the chaos. Will faith and courage prevail against the relentless plague? Discover the human spirit's resilience in these vivid graphic tales.
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