Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope by Nikki Grimes

Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope by Nikki Grimes

Grimes, N. (2008). Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Nonfiction Biography; Multicultural Literature

In the beginning of this book, an African American boy named David sees President Barack Obama on television and asked his mother who he was. She tells him his name, then goes into the story of his life, beginning with his stay in Hawaii, on to his move to India, and his inauguration here in the United States of America as the 44^th president. At the end of the mother’s story about Obama’s life, David states that he wants to become president when he grows up. Obama’s story influenced this little boy to want to be successful. Even if he weren’t to become president of the United States, he could still be successful in whatever he chooses to pursue. Students can read this book for two reasons: either to learn more about the 44^th president, or to get a sense of inspiration to follow their dream and become successful, both lessons would be ideal for this book. 

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