Malaria : super killer! / by Stephen Person ; consultant, Sean T. Prigge.
| Author/creator | Person, Stephen |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York : Bearport Pub., c2011. |
| Description | 1 online resource (32 p.) : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 27 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Click here to view book |
| Subjects |
| Series | Nightmare plagues Nightmare plagues. ^A1256246 |
| Contents | A dangerous decision -- A new mission -- Malaria today -- Blood and mosquitoes -- Chills, fever, and death -- History of a killer -- Stealing the cure -- Science breaks through -- Starting to win the fight -- The battle continues -- New fear, new hope -- United against malaria -- Famous malaria outbreaks -- Malaria facts. |
| Abstract | An overview of malaria, which remains a major threat in some parts of the world. Describes the causes and effects of the disease and how it can be prevented and treated. Includes photos, lists of malaria facts, and a glossary. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Citation/References note | Horn Book Guide, 4/2011 |
| Reading grade level | 6.9. |
| Interest grade level | 4-7. |
| Audience | 980 Lexile. |
| Audience | Q Fountas and Pinnell. |
| Study program note | Accelerated Reader AR-ATOS |
| Study program note | Reading Counts RC |
| Study program note | Guided Reading |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Source of description | Description based on book record. |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9781936088898 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |