{"product_id":"she-persisted-virginia-apgar","title":"She Persisted: Virginia Apgar","description":"Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!\n\nIn this chapter book biography by bestselling author and physician Sayantani DasGupta, readers learn about the amazing life of Virginia Apgar--and how she persisted.\n\nThere 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!\n\nComplete 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.\n\nAnd 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!\n\nPraise for She Persisted: Virginia Apgar:\n\n\"A fast-paced tale that will spark curiosity—Dr. Apgar would approve.\" —Kirkus Reviews\n\n\"Equally appealing for report writers and readers looking for role models.\" —Booklist\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0593115775\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0593115775.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:DasGupta, Sayantani|Clinton, Chelsea|Boiger, Alexandra|Flint, Gillian\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43285552988221,"sku":"BVV.0593115775.G","price":6.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0593115775-0.jpg?v=1781991331","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/she-persisted-virginia-apgar","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}