Barack

Discover the journey of a boy who became a president.

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32 pages· 1,009 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· 890L

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Bookroo's summary

Follow the remarkable journey of a boy born in Hawaii, with roots in Kansas and Africa, as he navigates identity and belonging. From moonlit nights to moments of solitude, his path leads to an extraordinary destiny as America's first African-American president. What challenges and triumphs shaped his rise to become an inspirational icon? This captivating picture book unveils the story of Barack Obama, inviting readers to explore the questions that defined his life and legacy.

From the publisher

A glowing picture book biography of the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama.This is a journey that began in many places.It began in Kansas, home of Barack’s mother. It began in Africa, home of Barack’s father. It began in Hawaii one moonlit night, the night that Barack was born.Sometimes it was a lonely journey. Sometimes it was an enchanted journey. But throughout this most unusual ride, this boy often wondered: Who am I? Where do I belong?Jonah Winter and AG Ford re-create the extraordinary story behind the rise of the inspirational icon Barack Obama in this stunning picture book.

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