Become a Leader Like Michelle Obama

By Caroline Moss, Sinem Erkas (Illustrator)

Part of the Work It, Girl series

Discover how a young girl from Chicago became a global icon and learn her secrets to success.

4.5/5 Goodreads · 76 ratings

64 pages

$15.99Save 6%

In stock. Also at Amazon.

Bookroo's summary

Follow Michelle Obama's journey from a Chicago neighborhood to becoming a global leader. As she navigates education, career, and personal life, discover the pivotal moments that shaped her. With each chapter, uncover lessons that can inspire your own path. How did meeting Barack change her life? What challenges did she overcome to become a role model? Dive into this vibrant biography and find out how you can 'work it' in your own life.

From the publisher

In this imaginatively illustrated book from the Work It, Girl series, discover how Michelle became an inspirational leader, FLOTUS, lawyer, author, and role model in this true story of her life. Then, learn 10 key lessons from her work you can apply to your own life.

Michelle Obama grew up on the South Side of Chicago in a little bungalow with a close-knit family. She loved going to school, and she knew that, one day, she would use her voice to empower other young girls, just like her. Young Michelle was a brilliant student and wonderful daughter. With hard work and talent, she propelled herself into the universities of Princeton and Harvard. She qualified as a lawyer and life was going smoothly…Then she met a guy named Barack.

Work It, Girl is an empowering series of biographies featuring modern women in the world of work, from designers and musicians to CEOs and scientists. Each of these vibrantly illustrated books tells the story of a remarkable woman in 10 chapters that highlight transformative moments in her life, following the ups and downs that she faced on her road to success. At the end, 10 key lessons show what you can learn from these moments, and self-reflection questions help you apply these lessons to your own life. Brightly colored photo illustrations of 3-D cut paper artwork featuring inspiring quotes from these amazing women bring their stories to vivid life. Learn how to work it as you lay the foundations for your own successful career.

At a glance