Michelle Obama: Meet the First Lady

This biography for young readers focuses on Michelle Obama's youth. A good supplementary source for home and classroom use, especially as the now former First Lady's book Becoming brings her renewed attention.

Follow the story of a hardworking girl growing up on the South Side of Chicago and how she inspires our nation to believe in the American Dream that her life exemplifies. In her own stirring words: America should be a place where you can make it if you try.

Written by David Bergen Brophy, this in-depth biography for young readers captures the heart and soul of the First Lady behind the campaign for change.

How did a girl from the South Side of Chicago grow up to inspire a nation?

A Role Model for Girls: Discover Michelle Robinson’s childhood on the South Side of Chicago, where her hardworking parents taught her to dream big and never give up. The Power of Education: Follow her path as a star student who skipped the second grade and went on to attend two of America’s best universities, Princeton and Harvard. A Career in Public Service: Learn why she left a high-paying job as a lawyer to dedicate her career to helping others and giving back to her community. Perfect for a Book Report: An accessible and inspiring middle grade nonfiction book that is an ideal resource for classrooms, libraries, and young history lovers.