SOCIAL SCIENCES
Obama, Barack

Our Enduring Spirit: President Barack Obama's First Words to America

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Greg Ruth. This text is comprised of excerpts from President Obama's inaugural speech. The selections reflect his awareness of connections throughout history, his faith in Americans, celebration of the multiculturalism of today's society, and recognition of youth as the country's future. In dramatic paintings showing sketchlike figures and sweeping colors against white backgrounds, Ruth reflects the significance of Obama's words.

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