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Fatal Fever

Tracking Down Typhoid Mary

Tracking Down Typhoid Mary

Tracking Down Typhoid Mary

By Gail Jarrow

By Gail Jarrow

By Gail Jarrow

By Gail Jarrow

By Gail Jarrow

By Gail Jarrow

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Part of Deadly Diseases

Part of Deadly Diseases

Part of Deadly Diseases

Paperback $11.99

Sep 28, 2021 | ISBN 9781635925159 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

Hardcover $18.95

Mar 10, 2015 | ISBN 9781620915974 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

Ebook $9.99

Oct 01, 2014 | ISBN 9781629790602 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

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    About Fatal Fever

    Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and “Typhoid Mary” in this book perfect to share with young readers interested in a historical perspective of the COVID-19 pandemic that is gripping the world today — including a NEW chapter!

    This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as “Typhoid Mary”.  Read how Mary unwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate. Young readers will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to Mary and the innocent typhoid victims. The book includes a new chapter about the COVID-19 pandemic, a glossary, timeline, list of well-known typhoid sufferers and victims, further resource section, author’s note, and source notes.

    About Fatal Fever

    Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and “Typhoid Mary” in this book perfect to share with young readers interested in a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the entire world.

    Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as “Typhoid Mary”. Read how Mary unwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate. This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary, and young readers will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to her and the innocent typhoid victims. The book includes a glossary, timeline, list of well-known typhoid sufferers and victims, further resource section, author’s note, and source notes.

    About Fatal Fever

    Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and “Typhoid Mary” in this book perfect to share with young readers interested in a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the entire world.

    Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as “Typhoid Mary”. Read how Mary unwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate. This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary, and young readers will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to her and the innocent typhoid victims. The book includes a glossary, timeline, list of well-known typhoid sufferers and victims, further resource section, author’s note, and source notes.

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    About Gail Jarrow

    Gail Jarrow is the author of nonfiction books and novels for readers ages 8-18. Her nonfiction books have earned the Sibert Honor; the Orbis Pictus Honor; the YALSA Award Nomination for Excellence in Nonfiction; a Notable Social Studies Trade Book,… More about Gail Jarrow

    About Gail Jarrow

    Gail Jarrow is the author of nonfiction books and novels for readers ages 8-18. Her nonfiction books have earned the Sibert Honor; the Orbis Pictus Honor; the YALSA Award Nomination for Excellence in Nonfiction; a Notable Social Studies Trade Book,… More about Gail Jarrow

    About Gail Jarrow

    Gail Jarrow is the author of nonfiction books and novels for readers ages 8-18. Her nonfiction books have earned the Sibert Honor; the Orbis Pictus Honor; the YALSA Award Nomination for Excellence in Nonfiction; a Notable Social Studies Trade Book,… More about Gail Jarrow

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Paperback | $11.99
    Published by Calkins Creek
    Sep 28, 2021 | 192 Pages | 7 x 8-3/4 | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9781635925159

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Hardcover | $18.95
    Published by Calkins Creek
    Mar 10, 2015 | 192 Pages | 8 x 10 | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9781620915974

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Calkins Creek
    Oct 01, 2014 | 192 Pages | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9781629790602

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    Praise

    YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award Nominee
    BCCB Blue Ribbon
    CCBC Choices
    Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Books of the Year
    VOYA Nonfiction Honor List
    ILA Best Science Book
    Cybils 2015 Finalist for Elementary/Middle Grade Nonfiction
    Nerdy Book Club Awards for Nonfiction 2015
    Best of History book 2015—The Nonfiction Detectives
    Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Books, Best of the Best
    New York State 2016 Summer Reading List
    ALSC 2016 & 2017 Summer Reading Lists
    North Carolina School Library Media Association 2017-18 Battle of the Books List
    Grand Canyon Reader Award Nominee 2018—Arizona Library Assn    

    ★ ”The writing is lucid, well organized, and informative. The book’s large format allows for excellent reproductions of the many period photos, prints, and documents. Readers who are curious about Typhoid Mary . . . will find this an absorbing account of what actually happened.” —Booklist, starred review

    ★ ”Jarrow follows Red Madness with a second captivating book in her planned trilogy on deadly diseases. . . . Replete with archival photos, this thorough account brings readers to the present day and modern medicine’s fight against what is still a scourge in many countries.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

    ★ ”A nonfiction page-turner relying upon extensive research and copious source notes, this is a fantastic addition to any library.” —School Library Journal, starred review

    ★ ”An unusually attractive design incorporates many photographs, such artifacts as posters and cartoons, and sidebars. More than a chronological account, this exploration pays tribute to the power of public health measures and raises questions about the ethics of protecting the public by quarantining someone like Mallon, who sued for her freedom. A top-notch addition to the popular topic of deadly diseases.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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