Yellow Fever Epedemic *instant download*

This beautifully designed history booklet explores the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793, when Philadelphia, then the nation’s capital, was brought to a standstill by fear, illness, and uncertainty. Through clear storytelling and carefully researched detail, readers discover what daily life was like, how people tried to understand the disease, and how the epidemic changed the young United States forever.

Inside, you will learn about:

• Life in Philadelphia before the epidemic

• How yellow fever spread and what people believed caused it

• Early medical treatments and their dangers

• Bush Hill Hospital and emergency care

• The role of African Americans during the crisis

• How the city recovered and what America learned

Written to be engaging, age-appropriate, and respectful, this booklet avoids graphic content while still treating history honestly. It encourages empathy, curiosity, and deeper understanding, not just memorization of facts.

Perfect for homeschool families, independent readers, and history-loving teens who want to understand the past on a human level.