In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Michelle Obama, the iconic first lady, advocate, lawyer, and author.

Young Michelle grew up on the South Side of Chicago in a close-knit family. She loved school, achieving straight A's, and worked hard to forge paths at Princeton and Harvard universities. Then, at the start of her legal career, she met Barack Obama. As First Lady, she used her platform to advocate for women and girls and continues to inspire many with her powerful voice and bestselling books. This uplifting book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the woman's inspiring life.

Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.

This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. Board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. Hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

 Recommended age: 3 years and up