Elinor McGrath, the first female veterinarian in the United States, perseveres and blazes a trail for other women and for key changes in the veterinary profession.
I can do this! Elinor rolled up her sleeves. She was smart enough. She was strong enough.
When Elinor McGrath decided she wanted to be a veterinarian, the world told her no. It was 1907, and that job was not considered suitable for women. Even after she was accepted into veterinary school, the 137 male students in her class made it clear she was not welcome. Yet despite constant criticism, Elinor persevered. She could see that the future was changing and was determined to show the world of veterinary medicine that accepting women wasn't the only change the profession needed.
Written by a small-animal veterinarian, Elinor McGrath, Pet Doctor tells the true story of the first woman veterinarian in the US. Backmatter highlights Elinor's career as well as other pioneering women vets from around the world.
More information about Elinor McGrath and other pioneering female veterinarians. Full-color illustrations.
Title alpha Elinor McGrath, Pet Doctor: The Story of America's First Female Veterinarian
Category Biography Elementary Plus
Pages Count 40
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Elinor McGrath. US women veterinarians. Chicago, Illinois. Jobs and professions.
Lexile 860L
Trim Size 10 1/2" x 9"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2024-03-18
JLG Release Date Sep 2024
Minimum grade 1
Maximum grade 4
Reading level Elementary
Format Print
Biography Elementary Plus (Grades 1-4)
Biography Elementary Plus
Biography Elementary Plus (Grades 1-4)
For Grades 1-4
This 14 book collections offers beginning readers fascinating biographies and compelling personal stories that provide a view into history or perspective on the issues of our times.