This biography introduces readers to Joe Biden including key events from Biden's life, his achievements as US senator and vice president, his charitable contributions, and his historic selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate. Information about his childhood, family, and personal life is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.