Book details
The Bus Ride That Changed History
Description
Now in paperback - an important moment in history is presented in a cumulative format, accessible to the youngest readers.In 1955, a young woman named Rosa Parks took a big step for civil rights when she refused to give up her seat on a bus for a white passenger. The bus driver told her to move. Jim Crow laws told her to move. But Rosa Parks stayed where she was, and a chain of events was set into motion that would eventually change the course of American history.Fifty years later, The Bus Ride That Changed History retraces that chain of events—introducing the civil rights movement, one idea at a time. Take a ride through history in this unique retelling of what happened when one brave woman refused to stand up so that a white passenger could sit down.
Age
4-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides a historical account of the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the role Rosa Parks played in the civil rights movement, offering readers insight into an important period of American history.
- Inspiring Story: Rosa Parks' act of defiance and the subsequent actions of the African American community in Montgomery serve as a powerful example of peaceful protest and the fight for justice, which can inspire readers to stand up for their own beliefs.
- Engaging Narrative: Pamela Duncan Edwards presents the story in a way that is accessible and engaging for readers, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults who wish to learn more about this pivotal event.
- Illustrations: The book is accompanied by illustrations that help bring the story to life, providing a visual context that enhances the reader's understanding and engagement with the historical events described.