Yes We Can
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Book Overview
The great American leader uses his voice to change history, alter politics, and bring hope of a brighter future to generations to come.
Born in the U.S.A., the son of an African father and an American mother, a boy who spent his childhood in Indonesia and Hawaii, Barack Obama is truly a citizen of the world. In kindergarten, he wrote an essay titled, "I Want to Become President," and now, with his fierce optimism, exuberant sense of purpose and determination, and above all, his belief that change can happen, Barack Obama, the first African-American president of the United States, has made that dream come true. In Yes We Can, Garen Thomas takes us through the life of Barack Obama, from his struggle to fit in with his classmates, and concern about not knowing his biological father, through his term as an Illinois senator, and the long campaign for president, to his historic victory.Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0312586396
ISBN13:9780312586393
Release Date:December 2008
Publisher:St. Martins Press-3PL
Length:256 Pages
Weight:0.60 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 5.1" x 7.6"
Age Range:8 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 3 to 6
Customer Reviews
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
As a specialist in children's therapy, I see this as a valuable book for educating children. I have a book collection of biographical series for children -- artists, musicians, politicians, etc. This has become a valuable part of my collection. I highly recommend this one.
Engaging biography
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This book gave me a great overview of Barack Obama. It is a page-turner because Obama has led a life rich with experience. Garen Thomas' writing style informs and entertains. The photographs of Obama and his family, travels, and career add to the book's appeal. I highly recommend it to adults as well as young adults and children.
Absolutely inspiring
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This is definitely a book for adults, too. It gives you an interesting insight of B. Obama's life as a politician but it doesn't forget his role as a son and father. I couldn't put the book down. 5stars!!
I loved reading this book with my 10-year-old son
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I bought this book for one of my child therapy clients at work and we read it together. We couldn't put it down. I am speaking for the both of us when I say that the book "Yes We Can" was enlightening and inspiring. Not only did it do a great job of explaining the American political system to young readers, but it also detailed Barack Obama's life in a way that offers youth the inspiration to achieve great things in life.
Wonderful! An insightful look at the life of Barack Obama
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
Garen Thomas provides a thought-provoking and honest look at race and politics. The perfect addition to any middle or high school student's summer reading list.
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