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Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Rosa



Giovanni, N. (2005). Rosa. New York: Henry Holt and Company.

Brief Annotation: Rosa Parks becomes a strong symbol of the civil rights movement in Montgomery, Alabama in 1955, when she steadfastly refuses to give up her seat on the bus. Following a nonviolent bus boycott that lasts over a year, the Supreme Court denounces segregation and calls for equality for all people.

Genre: Biography, Picturebook, 2006 Caldecott Honor Medal

Grade Level: Grades 3 through 5

Readers who will like this: Young readers who like biographical stories, young readers who are studying important events of the civil rights movement

Response/Rating (1-4): 4, With beautifully written text that reflects Mrs. Park’s dignity and determination along with vibrant illustrations, the book will greatly appeal to the young reader.

One question you would ask before a read aloud: Why is it important to stand up for your beliefs?
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  1. Dr. Kate KellyFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I just love Nikki Giovanni's work. Though I love the illustrations in this one, it really is the text that makes this a masterpiece.

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