A biography of Michelle Obama. Michelle Obama is a lot like you! She rode her bike and played freeze tag with her friends. She and her family ate dinner together every night. Michelle's parents taught her to work hard and not let anyone or anything stand in her way. That work ethic has made her successful throughout her life. Her parents also taught her to reach back and help others once she found success, evidence of which is everywhere in her work as First Lady of the United States and beyond. PreK- Grade 3. Paperback.