She Persisted: Virginia Apgar

<b><b>Inspired by the #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestseller <i>She Persisted</i> by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger a chapter book series about women who stood up spoke up and rose up against the odds!</b></b> <p/>In this chapter book biography by bestselling author and physician Sayantani DasGupta readers learn about the amazing life of Virginia Apgar--and how <i>she persisted</i>. <p/>There weren't many women who tried to become doctors when Virginia Apgar went to medical school--but she didn't let that stop her. After a professor discouraged from becoming a surgeon she became an anesthesiologist instead and created the famous Apgar test to check the health of newborn babies. It's a test that's still used in hospitals across the world today! <p/>Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton black-and-white illustrations throughout and a list of ways that readers can follow in Virginia Apgar's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum. <p/>And don't miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series featuring so many more women who persisted including Sally Ride Temple Grandin and more! <p/><b>Praise for <i>She Persisted: Virginia Apgar</i> </b> <p/>A fast-paced tale that will spark curiosity--Dr. Apgar would approve. --<b><i>Kirkus Reviews</i></b> <p/>Equally appealing for report writers and readers looking for role models. --<i><b>Booklist</b></i>