TY - BOOK AU - Braga-Henebry,Ana AU - Barghigiani,Anita TI - Jerome Lejeune: the saintly geneticist SN - 9781685780975 PY - 2024///] CY - Elk Grove Village, Illinois PB - Word on Fire Spark KW - Lejeune, Jérôme KW - Physicians KW - Biography KW - Juvenile literature KW - Geneticists KW - Down syndrome KW - History KW - Abortion KW - Moral and ethical aspects KW - People with disabilities KW - Catholics KW - Christian biography KW - Biographies KW - lcgft KW - Illustrated works N2 - As a young boy, Jérôme Lejeune wanted to study medicine. When he grew up, not only did he become a doctor, but he made a groundbreaking discovery about Down syndrome and fiercely advocated for every child’s right to life. This picture book biography about a Catholic pediatrician who became a pioneer of scientific research will inspire young readers with its remarkable story and stunning illustrations. Declared venerable by the Catholic Church, Dr. Lejeune is an example of faith, integrity, and courage ER -