"This book explores the extraordinary life and work of Mary Edwards Walker, a Civil War surgeon, a spy captured by the Confederacy, and the only woman to have ever been awarded the Medal of Honor"--

When people are sick or hurt, they go to the doctor's office. With colorful photographs alongside engaging text and relevant sight words, young readers will discover what they can see in a doctor's office, while they build confidence in their reading skills. This book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension.

This powerful tribute to Civil War nurse Clara Barton and her heroic efforts during the Battle of Antietam reveals how she came to be called "The Angel of the Battlefield," and recounts her journey to become one of our country's greatest humanitarians and the founder of the American Red Cross.

"Eventually, most people need to visit or stay in a hospital. This can be a scary event, especially for children and people who've never been in a hospital. This guidebook shows readers what goes on in a hospital, the people who work there, and most importantly, what will happen if and when they need to go to a hospital. Photographs were specifically selected to help young readers comprehend and feel comfortable reading about a potentially distressing...

A groundbreaking figure in every sense of the word, Susie King Taylor (1848-1912) was one of the first Black nurses during the Civil War, tending to the wounded soldiers of the 1st South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Afterward, she was a key figure in establishing a postbellum educational system for formerly bonded Black people, opening several dedicated schools in Georgia. Taylor was also one of the first Black women to publish her memoirs....