Lesson 1: Introduction to Rosa Parks

Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures of Rosa Parks, Whiteboard, Markers Introduction: Begin by showing pictures of Rosa Parks and ask students if they have heard of her. Discuss why she is famous. Development: Explain where and when Rosa Parks lived. Talk about her famous act of refusing to give up her seat on a bus. Conclusion: Summarize the key points about Rosa Parks and her significance in history. Assessment: Ask students to draw a picture of Rosa Parks with a short caption describing why she is important.

Lesson 2: Contributions of Rosa Parks

Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Videos of the Civil Rights Movement, Paper, Crayons Introduction: Watch a short video about the Civil Rights Movement and discuss Rosa Parks' role. Development: Explore how Rosa Parks' actions impacted society and culture. Discuss the changes that followed her act of defiance. Conclusion: Reflect on the importance of standing up for what is right, like Rosa Parks did. Assessment: Ask students to write a short paragraph about how Rosa Parks' actions made a difference in the world.

Lesson 3: Connecting Rosa Parks to Your Life

Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Chart paper, Markers Introduction: Discuss with students why Rosa Parks' actions are relevant to their lives today. Development: Brainstorm ways they can stand up for fairness and equality in their own lives. Conclusion: Create a class poster with ways to make a positive impact, inspired by Rosa Parks. Assessment: Have students write a short reflection on how they can be like Rosa Parks in their daily lives.

Lesson 4: Designing a Timeline of Rosa Parks

Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Large paper, Markers, Pictures of Rosa Parks Introduction: Introduce the concept of a timeline and explain its importance in understanding history. Development: Guide students in creating a timeline of Rosa Parks' life, including key events. Conclusion: Present and discuss the timelines as a class, highlighting important moments in Rosa Parks' life. Assessment: Evaluate the timelines for accuracy and completeness.