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Author: Nikki Giovanni
Illustrator: Bryan Collier
Grades: K - 7
Lexile®: 900
Guided Reading Level: T
Release Date: 2007
Themes: African-American;History and Government;Biography;Self-Esteem |
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On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks boarded a Montgomery, Alabama city bus and refused to give up her seat to a white man, an act that ignited a movement that changed modern history.
Reviews:
"Giovanni reads the passionate text with authority...This dignified program is an excellent, visually appealing choice for classroom use and personal viewing." - Starred Review, Booklist
"This extraordinary book receives excellent treatment here, bringing Giovanni's clear and expressive prose to life and allowing young viewers to wrap themselves in the warmth of her story." - School Library Journal
Awards: Caldecott Honor Book;Coretta Scott King Award for Illustration;ALA Notable Book;Booklist Editors Choice
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