I Am Rosa Parks

Written by Rosa Parks and Jim Haskins · Illustrated by Wil Clay

A single act of defiance ignites a movement for justice and equality.

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48 pages· 1,560 words· Est. 13 min read· 520L

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On December 1, 1955, a courageous woman refuses to surrender her bus seat, igniting a pivotal boycott in Montgomery, Alabama. Her defiance challenges segregation and propels the civil rights movement into the national spotlight. Discover the story of her life, from childhood struggles to the moment that changed history, and explore the profound impact of her actions. What drove her to stand firm, and how did her bravery reshape a nation? This powerful narrative reveals the enduring legacy of one woman's fight for justice and equality.

From the publisher

When Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white man on December 1, 1955, she made history. Her brave act sparked the Montgomery, Alabama bus boycott and brought the civil rights movement to national attention. In simple, lively language, Rosa Parks describes her life from childhood to the present and recounts the events that shook the nation. Her story is powerful, inspiring and unforgettable.An NCSS-CBC Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies

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