All about Rosa Parks

Rosa Parks was a brave and strong woman who fought for equal rights for African Americans. She was born in 1913 in Alabama, USA. When she was a young girl, she experienced discrimination and segregation because of the color of her skin. As she grew older, Rosa became involved in the civil rights movement, which aimed to end unfair treatment of African Americans.

1. Why is Rosa Parks considered a brave woman?
2. What event sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
3. What did Rosa Parks' actions lead to in terms of changes in the law?
4. How did Rosa Parks inspire people around her?
5. Why is Rosa Parks known as the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement"?

A Visit to Montgomery

Hi, I'm Jenny, and I'm 8 years old. Today, I want to share with you about my visit to Montgomery! It was so exciting and I learned a lot of cool things.

1. We went to a place called the Rosa Parks Museum. It was amazing to see all the things there about Rosa Parks. She was a brave lady who stood up for what she believed in.

After visiting the museum, we also saw the Rosa Parks statue. It was big and made me feel proud to be there. I even took a picture next to it!

1. Have you ever heard of Rosa Parks before?
2. What do you think it means to be brave like Rosa Parks?
3. How do you think Rosa Parks' actions changed history?
4. If you could meet Rosa Parks, what would you ask her?
5. Why do you think it's important to learn about people like Rosa Parks?

Rosa Parks Fact Finder

Your Turn...

After learning all about Rosa Parks, your job is to create a timeline of her life. You should add all the important events in her life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive and create a 3D diorama or hanging banner. The sky's the limit - go for it!

Slideshow - Rosa Parks
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