Who Is Barack Obama?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009 · Est. 1 hour read

Who Is Barack Obama?

By Roberta Edwards, Who HQ, John O'Brien (Illustrator)

Part of the Who Was . . . ? series

A biography of Barack Obama, from his childhood to his presidency

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112 pages· 7,586 words· Est. 1 hour read
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Explore the inspiring journey of Barack Obama, from his days as a Harvard Law graduate and civil rights lawyer to becoming the 44th president of the United States. What challenges did he overcome to make history? This biography, filled with engaging illustrations, offers young readers a deeper look into the life and legacy of a leader who broke barriers and inspired a nation. Dive into the story of a man whose vision and determination changed the course of American history.

From the publisher

As the world now knows, Barack Obama has made history as our first African-American president. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this biography is perfect for primary graders looking for a longer, fuller life story than is found in the author’s bestselling beginning reader Barack Obama: United States President.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Words
7,586
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
740L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about US PresidentsBooks about multiculturalBooks about 21st centuryBooks about 1950 - 1999
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.7
F&P level
~R
Publication
Published
December 24, 2009
First published
January 1, 2009
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780448453309

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