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The Extraordinary Life of Michelle Obama

byDr Sheila Kanani, Sarah Walsh (Illustrator)

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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.

About Dr Sheila Kanani

Dr Sheila Kanani MBE is a planetary scientist, EDI consultant, space educator and author, with a background in astrophysics and astronomy research from UK universities. She regularly acts as a science ambassador, visiting schools and speaking at events, and is an advocate for diversity in physics and astronomy. Sheila runs her company Her Place For Space from home, and enjoys walking on her local beach with her family of boys, playing sports, gazing at the stars, reading and eating (preferably reading whilst eating!). Her favourite planet is Saturn.
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  • Series: Extraordinary Lives #2
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • ISBN: 9780241372739
  • Length: 128 pages
  • Dimensions: 197mm x 9mm x 129mm
  • Weight: 112g
  • Price: £7.99
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