The Leadership Journey

In this engaging middle grade guide, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Doris Kearns Goodwin profiles four influential U.S. presidents: Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Roosevelt, and Lyndon Johnson. Despite their vastly different upbringings—ranging from poverty to privilege—Goodwin explores the unique qualities and shared experiences that propelled each of these leaders to the presidency during some of America's most challenging moments. This essential read offers young audiences insight into how diverse backgrounds can shape impactful leadership.