Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott
Graphic Nov.
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2006 · Est. 23 min read-aloud

Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott

Written by Miller and Connie C. · Illustrated by Kalal and Dan

Part of the Graphic Library series

A woman's refusal ignites a movement on a Montgomery bus.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 63 ratings
32 pages· 2,200 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

In 1955 Montgomery, a woman's quiet defiance on a bus sparks a powerful movement. This graphic novel vividly portrays Rosa Parks' arrest and the ensuing boycott that changed history. Will her courage inspire a revolution?

From the publisher

This powerful graphic novel follows the courageous life of Rosa Parks, who was arrested in 1955 for not giving up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. With comic book-style illustrations and engaging, easy-to-read text, this biography will inspire, entertain, and inform young readers about an individual who made a significant contribution to society. A must-have in any home, classroom, or library seeking a historical understanding of contemporary racial issues.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
32
Words
2,200
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
GN730L
Themes & topics
Books about historyBooks about activismBooks about civil rights movementBooks about civil rightsBooks about 20th century
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.7
F&P level
~Q
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
108460
Publication
Published
September 1, 2006
First published
August 1, 2006
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780736864954

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