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About The Book
The #1 New York Times bestselling picture-book biography of President Barack Obama.
Ever since Barack Obama was young, Hope has lived inside him. From the beaches of Hawaii to the streets of Chicago, from the jungles of Indonesia to the plains of Kenya, he has held on to Hope. Even as a boy, Barack knew he wasn’t quite like anybody else, but through his journeys he found the ability to listen to Hope and become what he was meant to be: a bridge to bring people together.
This is the moving story of our 44th President, told by Nikki Grimes and illustrated by Bryan Collier, both winners of the Coretta Scott King Award. Barack Obama has motivated Americans to believe with him, to believe that every one of us has the power to change ourselves and change our world.
Ever since Barack Obama was young, Hope has lived inside him. From the beaches of Hawaii to the streets of Chicago, from the jungles of Indonesia to the plains of Kenya, he has held on to Hope. Even as a boy, Barack knew he wasn’t quite like anybody else, but through his journeys he found the ability to listen to Hope and become what he was meant to be: a bridge to bring people together.
This is the moving story of our 44th President, told by Nikki Grimes and illustrated by Bryan Collier, both winners of the Coretta Scott King Award. Barack Obama has motivated Americans to believe with him, to believe that every one of us has the power to change ourselves and change our world.
About The Illustrator
Bryan Collier is a beloved illustrator known for his unique style combining watercolor and detailed collage. He is a four-time Caldecott Honor recipient for Trombone Shorty, Dave the Potter, Martin’s Big Words, and Rosa. His books have won many other awards as well, including six Coretta Scott King Illustrator Awards. His recent books include By and By, Thurgood, The Five O’Clock Band, and Between the Lines. He lives in New York with his family.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers (January 24, 2012)
- Length: 48 pages
- ISBN13: 9781442440920
- Grades: K - 3
- Ages: 5 - 8
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- Kindergarten
- 1st Grade
- 2nd Grade
- 3rd Grade
- Age 4 - 8
- Children's Non-Fiction > Biography & Autobiography > Cultural, Ethnic & Regional
- Children's Non-Fiction > History > United States > 21st Century
- Children's Non-Fiction > Biography & Autobiography > Political
- Children's Non-Fiction > Biography & Autobiography > People of Color
Awards and Honors
- CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book
- Volunteer State Book Award Nominee (TN)
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High Resolution Images
- Book Cover Image (jpg): Barack Obama Trade Paperback 9781442440920(7.8 MB)
- Author Photo (jpg): Nikki Grimes Photograph by Aaron Lemen(0.1 MB)
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