Books with author Melanie Ann Apel

Prior to the development of a simple test called the Apgar score, many newborn babies missed receiving the urgent care they needed at birth. Dr. Virginia Apgar came up with the Apgar score to help these newborns by rating them in a number of different health areas. The savior of countless young lives, Virginia Apgar is hailed as a legend, a trailblazer, and an inventor. Readers delve into the riveting story of a medical legend who inspired women doctors to succeed at a time when society did not value the contributions of women in the work force.

Ancient Greece was one of the most influential civilizations in history. The birthplace of democracy and home to some of the greatest minds of all time, ancient Greece's history, daily life, economy, and more are examined in these full-color texts. Illustrated through primary source imagery, these books provide a unique approach to exploring an important and intriguing civilization.