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How Rosa Parks Inspired a Nation

By Andrea Davis Pinkney Pictures by Brian Pinkney
This story walks. It walks with tired feet, determined feet, and feet that refuse to give up. Boycott Blues tells the story of the Montgomery bus boycott through rhythmic language shaped by the feeling of the blues. After Rosa Parks is arrested for keeping her seat, a community answers by refusing to ride the buses. People find new ways to travel, support one another, and keep moving toward justice. With vivid words and expressive art, this picture book introduces children to a major moment in the Civil Rights Movement. It shows how peaceful protest can require patience, courage, and teamwork, making history feel alive through sound, movement, and determination.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 40 Pages
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