Cholera How the Blue Death Changed History

A parent might reach for this book when their curious child starts asking big questions about history, science, and how we solve major world problems. This book is for the kid fascinated by medical mysteries and how things work. It vividly explains the devastating 19th century cholera pandemic, known as the 'Blue Death,' and how one doctor, John Snow, used scientific observation and mapping to uncover its source in London's water supply. The story highlights themes of curiosity, resilience, and the fight for scientific truth against popular opinion. It is a fantastic, accessible introduction to epidemiology and public health for upper elementary readers who can handle historical descriptions of disease, presented in a factual, non-sensationalized way.