Description

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In this important nonfiction book, young readers take a trip back in time to learn the differences between nursing in the past and nursing today. Along with a history of nursing, readers will learn about Florence Nightingale, Clara Barton and the development of the Red Cross, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, midwives, and all the responsibilities that come along with this admirable career. Intriguing facts, easy-to-read text, and appealing images work in conjunction with the table of contents, glossary, and index to give readers an experience that is both enjoyable and enlightening.

About the Author

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Sarah Kartchner Clark, Ph.D., has been writing and publishing curriculum for many years, with much of her work published in national and international literacy and teacher education journals. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and her Master's degree in Language, Reading, and Culture from the University of Arizona. She earned her Ph.D. from Utah State University where she is currently an Assistant Professor of Elementary Education. Dr. Clark's research focuses on literacy education, teacher preparation, support for novice teachers, and support for struggling readers.