This photo of Obama greeting a young boy during a Black History Month event is touching

Over the years, President Obama has had no shortage of cute interactions with small children. White House photographer Pete Souza captured a gem Thursday during the White House's celebration of Black History Month:

That's Obama touching Clark Reynolds, 3. He also chatted with the little guy and even straightened his tie, The Washington Post reports.

Clark's favorite book is The White House Pop-Up Book. It's now inscribed with "To Clark — Dream big dreams! Barack Obama."

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