Michelle's Garden - by Sharee Miller (Hardcover)

About the Book

"The story of Michelle Obama and her time in the White House, where she led in the growth of a kitchen garden"--

Book Synopsis

Enjoy this tribute to Former First Lady Michelle Obama and her contributions to building the healthy future that America's children deserve--a White House story that's perfect for celebrating America's 250th birthday! Former First Lady Michelle Obama had an idea. A big, inspiring, and exciting idea! She would grow the largest kitchen garden ever at the White House. This wouldn't be easy, since she'd never gardened before: Where should she start? What tools did she need? What would she plant?

Everyone needs help when they're learning something for the first time, even the first lady of the United States. So she gathered the help of local students, the White House staff, and even President Barack Obama. Together, they wouldn't just grow a garden--they would inspire a nation!

Acclaimed author and illustrator Sharee Miller provides a fresh, empowering picture book about one of beloved former First Lady Michelle Obama's accomplishments.

Review Quotes

Praise for Michelle's Garden:
"Sure to encourage readers to eat their veggies and join Michelle Obama's table, even if all they start with is a cup." --Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Princess Hair:
* "After decades of white princesses' domination of American fairy tales, Miller expands the vision of what princess hair can look like to black girls.... A sweet and joyful affirmation of the truth that 'NAPPY princesses are HAPPY princesses.'" --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Praise for Don't Touch My Hair!:

* "Miller's lighthearted touch effectively delivers a serious, necessary message about respecting boundaries." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* "Frank, funny, and revelatory." --Publishers Weekly, starred review


"Watercolor, colored pencil, and ink illustrations show expressive images of Obama's unyielding commitment to the project alongside tools needed to get the job done."--Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Sharee Miller is an award-winning author and illustrator. Her debut graphic novel, Curlfriends: New in Town, won the Golden Kite Award for Illustrated Book/Graphic Novel for Older Readers and was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. She is the creator of many critically acclaimed picture books, including Don't Touch My Hair!, Princess Hair, and Michelle's Garden: How the First Lady Planted Seeds of Change, as well as Jordan's Perfect Haircut. She loves cats, bubble tea, and spending time with her friends. She lives in Jersey City with her spouse, son, and two cats, Pumpkin and Spice! Sharee invites you to visit her at shareemiller.com.