Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by
Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women
who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Florence
Nightingale!
When Florence Nightingale decided as a teenager that she wanted to
become a nurse, her parents tried to talk her out of it, claiming that
it wasn't a suitable profession for a woman. But she persisted in her
career and went on to save countless lives of patients, especially of
soldiers. Known as "The Lady with the Lamp," she is widely considered to
be the founder of modern nursing.
In this chapter book biography by critically acclaimed author Shelli R.
Johannes, readers learn about the amazing life of Florence
Nightingale--and how she persisted.
Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white
illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in
Florence Nightingale'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.
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,
Rosalind Franklin, Temple Grandin, and more!