Of mixed race and many nations, Barack Obama struggled for years with his identity and place in society. Having found his niche in public service, he made history to become the first African American president. The clear, accessible text of this book carries readers through Obama's childhood in Hawaii and Indonesia, and his years in New York City and Chicago. With President Obama on the news and in the papers daily, kids want to know where he came from and what his thoughts are. This is one of the first children's biographies on this inspiring man! Full of interesting facts that will keep kids hooked, the book also features short sentences that are easy to follow, making this book perfect for kids who are just starting to become proficient readers.

 

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published 2009 by Penguin Putnam Inc .

Roberta Edwards is a pseudonym for a well-known children's book author and editor.