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Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?
Henry Holt/Christy Ottaviano Books | 2013 | Ages 4 and up
Illustrated By: Marjorie Priceman
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?
The Story of Elizabeth Blackwell
"I'll bet you've met plenty of doctors in your life. And I'll bet lots of them were women. Well, you might find this hard to believe, but there once was a time when girls weren't allowed to be doctors."
This is the true story of the first woman doctor in America, Elizabeth Blackwell. She was determined to get into medical school at a time when NO women were allowed entry. See how her perseverance paid off!
AWARDS & REVIEWS:
Parents Magazine Best Nonfiction Picture Book of 2013
NPR Best Books of 2013
Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC) Choices 2014
National Science Teacher's Association & Children's Book Council: 2014 Outstanding Science Trade Book for K-12
Vermont Red Clover Book
NCTE Orbis Pictus Recommended Title
Amelia Bloomer Project Award Book
A Junior Library Guild Selection
Spring 2013 Kids' Indie Next List
Featured on NPR's Morning Edition
State Award Lists: Utah, Maine, Vermont
Dr. Eliza Chin, Executive Director, American Women's Medical Association: "This book is a masterpiece."
New York Times: "sharp, witty"
Booklist (starred): "short and snappy, easy to read yet full of information"
Publishers Weekly: "smart and lively"
Horn Book: "refreshing...artful"
Kirkus: "A bracing, vivacious account of a pioneering woman."
"Gifted storyteller, Tanya Lee Stone brings this story to life for children, capturing the grit, perseverance and triumph of the young Elizabeth. More than anything, this book helps break down gender stereotypes and encourages young girls not to be limited by societal expectations....
This book is a masterpiece -- a delightful read for adults and children alike and perfectly complemented by the whimsical drawings of Marjorie Priceman. No doubt, many a young reader will be inspired to pursue a career in medicine. Blackwell herself would have been proud."