The Story
Caused by contaminated food, water, or exposure to someone with the virus, polio is a deadly virus that has seen near eradication thanks to the development of the polio vaccine. American scientists Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin are primarily credited for their breakthroughs that led to the creation of vaccines that have saved millions of lives. Learn more about their research efforts, the vaccines they developed, and the impact on worldwide health.
Author: Margaret J. Goldstein
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
Published: 01/01/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Library Binding
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 9.20h x 7.20w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9798765688892
Audience: Ages 9-12
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 558404 / Conquering Polio: America's Fight to End Polio Epidemics
Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2026 pg. 125
About the Author
Goldstein, Margaret J.: - Margaret J. Goldstein was born in Detroit and graduated from the University of Michigan. She is an editor and the author of many books for young readers. She lives in Palm Springs, California.
Description
Caused by contaminated food, water, or exposure to someone with the virus, polio is a deadly virus that has seen near eradication thanks to the development of the polio vaccine. American scientists Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin are primarily credited for their breakthroughs that led to the creation of vaccines that have saved millions of lives. Learn more about their research efforts, the vaccines they developed, and the impact on worldwide health.
Author: Margaret J. Goldstein
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
Published: 01/01/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Library Binding
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 9.20h x 7.20w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9798765688892
Audience: Ages 9-12
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 558404 / Conquering Polio: America's Fight to End Polio Epidemics
Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2026 pg. 125
About the Author
Goldstein, Margaret J.: - Margaret J. Goldstein was born in Detroit and graduated from the University of Michigan. She is an editor and the author of many books for young readers. She lives in Palm Springs, California.
