Independent Reading Level: Grades 4-7
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Dec. 1 1955 Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Alabama bus boycott.

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Rosa Parks was a national icon during the civil rights movement. She was raised but her mother. She eventually married Raymond Parker, who was an activist himself. She impowered many people to stand up for what they believe in and fight for their rights. In 1955, Rosa Parks decided she was not going to give up her seat to a white lady on a bus. She sparked lots of controversy regarding this action. Black people saw her as a hero and a decided that enough was enough. She sparked the bus boycott where people protested the buses in Montgomery, Alabama. After that it became illegal to segregate busses. She was an activist for the NAACP and spoke out against the injustices of this country. African Americans weren't treated how the constitution says they should be treated. This autobiography was very good and all students should know about this amazing person. ( )

This book was written by Rosa Parks and it is about her experience. She was asked to move to the back of the bus and refused to do so. She explains the feelings and thoughts that went through her mind and why she took a stand. She also explained what the treatment was like for people of color in a detailed and personal manner. Overall, this book is very detailed and informative on Rosa Parks and the stance she took during the civil rights movement. ( )