Boardwalk Babies

In the late 19th century, there wasn't much hope for premature babies--until Dr. Couney developed the incubator. The device was so new and strange, hospitals rejected it. So Dr. Couney set up a sideshow at Coney Island, taking care of the tiniest newborns as part of a display to convince the public that incubators worked. Thousands of babies grew into healthy children as Boardwalk Babies, including Dr. Couney's own premature daughter. Many of those babies came back as adults to thank the doctor for his miracle cures. Science meets magic show in this fascinating true story.

Publisher: Creston Books
Published: 03/02/2021
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.1lbs
Size: 9.70h x 11.90w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781939547668
Age: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2021
Publishers Weekly 02/22/2021
School Library Journal 03/01/2021 pg. 114
Horn Book Magazine 07/01/2021 pg. 137
Booklist 07/30/2021

About the Author
Chu, April: - April Chu has won awards for her gorgeous illustrations. She studied architecture and infuses that knowledge of detail and perspective into her art. Her work has been featured in the Society of Illustrator's Original Art show.Moss, Marissa: - Marissa Moss is the best-selling author of the Amelia's Notebook series. Her recent historical biographies have won many awards, including the California Young Reader Medal and Excellence in Graphic Literature. You can read more about her books at marissamoss.com.