Rosa Parks: Civil Rights Leader (Black Americans of Achievement)

Delve into the inspiring journey of Rosa Parks in "Rosa Parks: Civil Rights Leader (Black Americans of Achievement)," a compelling narrative that captures the pivotal moment on December 1, 1955, when Parks, a seamstress, ignited a significant chapter in the civil rights movement by refusing to surrender her bus seat to a white passenger. This act of defiance played a crucial role in catalyzing the Montgomery Bus Boycott, highlighting the power of peaceful protest and unity in challenging racial injustice. Updated with new insights, this edition explores Parks' enduring impact as the "mother of the civil rights movement," detailing her lifelong advocacy against violence and discrimination and her efforts in founding the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self-Development. Ideal for elementary school readers, this book not only recounts historical events but also encourages young minds to reflect on the values of courage and resilience in the face of societal wrongs. Engage with the story of a woman who stood firm and changed the world.