The Obamas: A Lift-the-Flap Book

(Board book)

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In 2009, Barack Obama became the first African-American president of the United States. Side by side with his wifeMichelle, the Obamas energised millions of people around the world. In this book with flaps readers will discover some of the most motivational words and moments that made the Obama presidency a remarkable period in history. Concepts like Peace, Love, Hope, Dreams, the Environment, and Equality are highlighted with large flaps that reveal the Obamas' contributions to the world stage. Lift the flap that says 'Hope' and the words 'We are the change that we seek' are revealed, while the flap about Dreams reminds us that the Obamas 'worked for the planet.'

With vibrant illustrations by Violet Lemay and simple text, The Obamas: A Lift-the-Flap Book is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the inspiring life of Barack and Michelle Obama.

Author Bio

Violet Lemay is an award-winning author and illustrator whose childrens books include 100 Pablo Picassos, My Foodie ABC, Artists and Their Pets, and the Local Baby series, which includes New York Baby and Beach Babies. Violet worked as a professor of illustration at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Georgia. Violets illustrations have been published by Penguin, Holt, HarperCollins, McGraw-Hill, Scholastic, and Highlights magazine. Violet currently lives in Auckland, New Zealand.