Sterling Biographies®: Rosa Parks: Courageous Citizen

Dive into the inspiring narrative of "Sterling Biographies®: Rosa Parks: Courageous Citizen," where the simple act of defiance by Rosa Parks unfolds into a monumental step towards racial justice. Published on February 5, 2008, this award-winning book by Ruth Ashby captures the dignity and determination of Parks, who, by refusing to give up her seat to a white man on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, sparked a pivotal movement in the civil rights era. Her arrest led to the citywide bus boycott, eventually influencing a groundbreaking Supreme Court decision. Through her role as a volunteer secretary for the NAACP, Parks not only chronicled racial injustices but actively fought for desegregation, proving the power of nonviolent protest. Ideal for elementary school readers, this book brings to life the story of a woman whose courage inspired figures like Nelson Mandela and continues to teach the importance of standing up against oppression. This compelling tale encourages young readers to reflect on how one person's resilient spirit can indeed change the world.