Cold, Hard Facts about Science and Medicine in Colonial America

by Elizabeth Raum

Travel back to a time No one knew what germs were or that they made you sick. People believed the moon had magical powers. Step into the lives of the colonists, and learn the cold, hard facts about science and medicine in colonial America.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

32 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2011

About the author

As a child, I loved writing reports. For me, doing research has always been a kind of treasure hunt. My treasures are the facts that create pictures of past worlds and faraway places. I've put those facts into nearly 100 biographies, histories, and science books for young readers. I've also written two picture books and several interactive adventures that place you, the reader, inside the story. I hope that all my books lead you to imagine yourself in some intriguing place among fascinating people. Every book should take readers on new adventures in this big, beautiful world of ours.

Happy travels!

Author website: www.elizabethraumbooks.com

Reviews

[M. · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series, of which this book is one example, contains fascinating information about the reality of life during the American Colonial period. In this volume, elementary and middle school students will be able to better understand issues of hygiene, sickness, and health, which were faced by the European immigrants to the New World, in relatively graphic detail.

[Sally · Rating 2 out of 5]

Briefly addresses the topic.

[Catherine · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a short, interesting read.