The Polio Pioneer
Dr. Jonas Salk and the Polio Vaccine
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The Polio Pioneer
Narrated by:
Gilli Messer, Linda Elovitz Marshall
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Narrated by:
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Gilli Messer
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Linda Elovitz Marshall
About this listen
Dr. Jonas Salk is one of the most celebrated doctors and medical researchers of the 20th century. The child of immigrants who never learned to speak English, Jonas was struck by the devastation he saw when the soldiers returned from battle after WWII. Determined to help, he worked to become a doctor and eventually joined the team that created the influenza vaccine. But Jonas wanted to do more. As polio ravaged the United States--even the president was not immune!--Jonas decided to lead the fight against this terrible disease. In 1952, Dr. Jonas Salk invented the polio vaccine, which nearly eliminated polio from this country. For the rest of his life, Dr. Salk continued to do groundbreaking medical research at the Salk Institute, leaving behind a legacy that continues to make the world a better place every day.
This compelling picture book biography sheds light on Dr. Salk's groundbreaking journey and the importance of vaccination.
Critic Reviews
“Timely, quickly paced. . . . An exciting, informative introduction to medical research.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Gently cheerful. . . . The message that a solution was found to a disease outbreak before is a reassuring one, and kids may wish to learn more about Dr. Salk.” —The Bulletin
“A recommended purchase for most libraries. This title explains how vaccines work, provides historical context, and inspires the hope of a victory over the current pandemic.” —School Library Journal
“Gently cheerful. . . . The message that a solution was found to a disease outbreak before is a reassuring one, and kids may wish to learn more about Dr. Salk.” —The Bulletin
“A recommended purchase for most libraries. This title explains how vaccines work, provides historical context, and inspires the hope of a victory over the current pandemic.” —School Library Journal
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