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Publisher
HBO Home Video
Pub. Date
[2002], ©2001
Language
English
Description
On December 1, 1955, one black woman refused to give up her seat in a "white's only" section of a public bus. The bus stops. Montgomery, Alabama stopped. In a time when resentment gave birth to rebellion and a gesture has the power to bring about change, Rosa Parks, by her single act, inspired the will to make history and helped make a leader out of Martin Luther King, Jr. This single act is considered the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger to sparking civil rights protests across America, explore how Rosa Parks's powerful act earned her the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." A story of resistance, strength, and unwavering spirit, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the American Civil Rights leader -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a brief biography, in simple text with illustrations, of Rosa Parks, the African-American woman and civil rights worker whose refusal to give up her seat on a bus led to a boycott which lasted more than a year in Montgomery, Alabama.
Author
Publisher
Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin, a member of Penguin Group (USA)
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Revealing the woman behind the warrior, the family of Rosa Parks presents a collection of personal remembrances, reflections, photographs, and letters that pay tribute to one of the most famous figures in American history.
Author
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on these lists
CR - Color is Not a Crime
CR - Girl Power - Picture Books
CR - Social Justice Parenting - Picture Books
CR - Girl Power - Picture Books
CR - Social Justice Parenting - Picture Books
Description
Illustrations and rhythmic text recall the December, 1955, bus boycott in Montgomery, Alabama.
Author
Publisher
Lee & Low Books
Pub. Date
c1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Presents correspondence between Rosa Parks and various children in which the "Mother of the Modern Day Civil Rights Movement" answers questions and encourages young people to reach their highest potential.
14) Rosa Parks
Author
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Chilren's Books, an imprint of the Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Rosa Parks grew up during segregation in Alabama, but she was taught to respect herself and stand up for her rights. In 1955, Rosa refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her decision had a huge impact on civil rights, eventually leading to the end of segregation on public transport. Rosa was described as "the mother of the freedom movement". This inspiring story of Rosa's life is moving,...
15) Rosa Parks
Author
Series
Publisher
NBM Graphic Novels
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
In December 2014 a cab driver tells his passenger, an impatient young man, about Rosa Parks, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, and his memories growing up at that time.
17) Rosa
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on these lists
CR - Color is Not a Crime
CR - Social Justice Parenting - Chapter Books & Fiction
CR - Social Justice Parenting - Picture Books
CR - Social Justice Parenting - Chapter Books & Fiction
CR - Social Justice Parenting - Picture Books
Description
A biography of the African American woman whose refusal to give up her seat on a bus helped established the civil rights movement.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This seemingly small act triggered civil rights protests across America and earned Rosa Parks the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement."
20) I am Rosa Parks
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on these lists
Description
Recounts Rosa Parks' daring effort to stand up for herself and other African Americans by helping to end segregation on public transportation.
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