Healthy Children: A Volume Devoted To The Health Of The Growing Child (1920)

Healthy Children: A Volume Devoted To The Health Of The Growing Child is a book written by Sara Josephine Baker and published in 1920. The book is a comprehensive guide to the health of children, covering topics such as nutrition, exercise, hygiene, and disease prevention. The author, a physician and public health advocate, draws on her own experience working with children in New York City to provide practical advice and information for parents and caregivers. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of child health, including growth and development, common illnesses, and the importance of mental health. The author emphasizes the importance of preventive measures, such as vaccination and good hygiene, in protecting children from disease. The book also includes a section on the role of schools in promoting child health, highlighting the need for physical education and healthy school environments. Overall, Healthy Children is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the health and well-being of children.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.