The Extraordinary Life of Michelle Obama
By (Author) Dr Sheila Kanani
Illustrated by Sarah Walsh
Penguin Random House Children's UK
Puffin
14th November 2018
8th November 2018
United Kingdom
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: History and the past
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Politics and government
973.932
Paperback
128
Width 129mm, Height 197mm, Spine 9mm
112g
A bold new non-fiction series for 7+ readers focusing on the lives of inspirational historical and modern figures. Lawyer, writer, activist and First Lady of the United States of America, Michelle Obama has become a role model and modern icon all over the world. From her childhood in Chicago, to her role as an advocate for women and diversity, via her incredibly influential time in the White House, be inspired by her determination, her voice and her story. This beautifully illustrated book with real-life stories, timelines and facts brings Michelle Obama's extraordinary life to young readers everywhere.
Sheila Kanani (Author) Dr Sheila Kanani is a space cadet, with her head high up in the clouds, even though her feet are firmly on planet Earth. Sheila became interested in space and astronomy at the age of 13 and her passion sky-rocketed from there. She has a PhD in planetary science and her favourite planet is Saturn. Her favourite 'work' interests are teaching GCSE Astronomy and giving public talks to audiences of all ages and sizes, while representing her place of work, the Royal Astronomical Society, which she adores.