Books with title Barack Obama

Sweeping into the office of U.S. president with his mesmerizing oratory of hope and change, Barack Obama forever transformed American politics. As the first African American to hold the title, his election represented a historic milestone, both socially and politically. The 44th presidents remarkable journey from Hawaii and Indonesia to Chicago and the White House is chronicled, and the major issuesincluding the financial crisis, healthcare, and foreign policythat his administration has faced are examined.

The books in this series tell the fascinating stories of the important men who have served as president of the United States. From George Washington to Barack Obama, these leaders have been responsible for the development of the United States from a group of colonies to a single great nation and world leader. Each book features a glossary, fast facts about the president, a parallel timeline of world and presidential events, extensive resources to help young readers understand the president’s life and times better, and an index.

In 2008, Barack Obama became the first African American president of the United States. Just one year later in 2009, he won the Nobel Peace Prize for his incredible efforts to create international diplomacy. This biography introduces readers to Obama's extraordinary story, including significant moments from his youth. Even before his presidency, Obama accomplished amazing things, such as becoming the first African American president of the Harvard Review. Striking photographs and images illustrate Obama's compelling biography. Fact boxes provide bite-sized chunks of interesting information. This inspiring book is sure to encourage readers to explore activism and politics.

A unique and poetic picture book, this is not a biography of President Barack Obama, but rather a story of him growing up as an ordinary child asking, “Who will change the world?” Allowing children to see themselves through his inspirational story, it highlights for children their personal power to affect the world around them in a positive way. Also included in the book are personal reflections from children across the United States about the impact President Obama has had on their lives and aspirations.