For the past 8 years, Chief Official White House Photographer Pete Souza has taken thousands of photographs of President Obama and the First Family during their time in the White House. Souza’s images have chronicled some of the most intimate and iconic moments of this historic presidency. But more importantly, he has captured these really really adorable pictures of President & Mrs. Obama with babies and young children.

President Obama’s commitment to expanding access to quality early childhood education for kids birth to age 5 is nothing less than historic. Perhaps these kids appreciate that, because they are very excited to meet him. But honestly, it seems like the President and First Lady are equally as excited to meet all of them, too. Take a look at these great photos from the official White House Flickr Photostream:

 

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First Lady Michelle Obama is also a favorite of young children!

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Ok, I guess not every child is excited to meet President Obama.

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