Author: Channing Bete Company
Date Published: 2005
When Elena urges her sister Isabel to start little Mateo on his immunizations, a discussion follows that brings Isabel -- and readers -- to a better understanding of why shots are so important for protecting children's health. Elena allays Isabel's fears about harmful side effects, and reminds her that diseases such as polio and measles could become common again if children aren't vaccinated. Isabel decides to have Mateo immunized at the local clinic -- and is pleased to learn that the shots will be provided at no cost.