Cover of Jonas Salk

Jonas Salk

by Don McLeese

Discover the Life of an Inventor

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover how Jonas Salk changed the world by developing the vaccine that helped protect millions from polio. Follow his journey from curious child to dedicated scientist whose work brought hope and health to many. This inspiring story celebrates the power of perseverance and kindness.

Representation & Themes

BiographyScience & NatureHistoryComing of Age

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
1595154361
Published
2006
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
511

Genres

Poliomyelitis

Subjects

Salk, Jonas, 1914- -- Juvenile literature.Virologists -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Poliomyelitis vaccine -- Juvenile literature.Poliomyelitis -- Vaccination -- Juvenile literature.