This Bright Minds text shines the spotlight on Dr. Charles Drew: The Innovator of the Blood Bank. Creatively presented on grid-like paper with tons of fun facts, photographs, clarifications, and illustrations—students will enjoy reading through the life and accomplishments of Charles Drew. Throughout the text new words are highlighted, explained, and presented in the Glossary. The last page spread allows the reader a chance to innovate for themselves, in the Your Turn section. 40 pages, softcover. ~Rebecca
Charles Drew (Bright Minds)
SKU
002758
ISBN
9781338865356
Grade 3-5
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Product Overview
- Young readers learn all about who Charles Drew was and what he overcame to make such an impact on the medical world
- Engaging, creative, and informative biographical reading for young students
- Check out the other books in this series!
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Publisher's Description of Charles Drew (Bright Minds)
Born in Washington, D.C., in 1904, Charles R. Drew was a Black surgeon and medical researcher. Known as the "Father of The Blood Bank," he researched in the field of blood transfusions, and developed improved techniques for blood storage. Among his many accomplishments, he developed America's first large-scale blood bank during World War II. It is time to remember how Charles R. Drew's inventions and his contributions changed our society... and our world!
Category Description for Bright Minds Series
The Bright Minds series introduces younger readers to biographical reading and all the amazing things you learn from other people’s lives and history. Highlighting individuals of color, their humble backgrounds, and the accomplishments they achieved. This series might be the launch pad that sends your young readers on a whole new and interesting reading journey! Filled with full-color photographs, illustrations, fun facts, and history nuggets. ~Rebecca
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 3-5 |
| Brand: | Children's Press |
| ISBN: | 9781338865356 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 7.875 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.0625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.25 |
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