This biography introduces readers to Joe Biden, including key events from Biden's life, his achievements as a 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.