Description In this kids\' biography, discover the fascinating story of Florence Nightingale, who cared for British soldiers during wartime as the "Lady of the Lamp" and changed the field of nursing.
She was the 2014 recipient of the ILA Technology and Literacy Awar.
Literacy consultant Stephanie Laird is an instructional coach at Mitchellville Elementary in Mitchellville, Iowa, and is currently serving on the International Literacy Association\'s (ILA) Board of Directors through 2019.
Subject consultant Holly Carter-Chappell is collections officer at the Florence Nightingale Museum in London.
Kitson currently lives with her family in Washington, DC.
Her work appears regularly in National Geographic Kids, American Girl, and Young Rider magazine, as well as the Washington Post\'s Kids Post.
About the Author Author Kitson Jazynka is an award-winning freelance writer and children\'s author.
Each book also includes an author\'s introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.
Definition boxes, information sidebars, fun facts, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this series perfect for school reports and projects.
Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading.
DK Life Stories go beyond the basic facts to tell the true Life stories of history\'s most interesting people.
In this biography for kids ages 8-12, learn all about the inspiring story of Florence Nightingale--social reformer, statistician, and mother of modern nursing who bucked the social norms of her day and changed the world.
She saved many lives both on and off the battlefield through implementing a new standard of medical care, and by leading groups of nurses to improve conditions.
Florence Nightingale was a pioneer of nursing at a time when women were discouraged from working outside the home, especially in the field of science.
Description In this kids\' biography, discover the fascinating story of Florence Nightingale, who cared for British soldiers during wartime as the "Lady of the Lamp" and changed the field of nursing
