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This book describes how deadly diseases are spread, explains how drugs and vaccines have stopped the spread of diseases such as smallpox, and discusses how medical researchers are working to stop the spread of new diseases.
Quick Summary
Packed with real stories of medical heroes who wiped out terrifying diseases like smallpox, this book reads like a thrilling detective story where scientists are the detectives and germs are the criminals. Kids will love discovering how doctors and researchers outsmarted deadly killers through clever vaccines and powerful medicines, plus learning about the race to stop new diseases before they spread across the planet. If your kid loves the action-packed history and scientific discoveries in the "I Survived" series, they'll be hooked on this nonfiction adventure. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who enjoy learning about history, science, and brave people who changed the world.