If A Bus Could Talk by Faith Ringgold If a Bus Could Talk is a creative retelling of the story of Rosa Parks suitable for upper elementary students. The story, which is a work of art, touches on many events in black history and would provide an excellent springboard to an indepth study of […]
~ The Picture Book of Rosa Parks ~ Author David Adler Illustrator Robert Casilla Despite the title, recommended for 3rd and up due to the historical detail Picture Book of Rosa Parks Summary This book is a biography of the great Civil Rights activist Rosa Parks. Beautifully illustrated, it provides children with a strong […]
~ The Power of Words ~ It is impossible to listen to the news and not be struck by the way words are being used to cover up hateful actions and outright lies by our leaders and politicians. Words are powerful as Martin Luther King knew. The 2002 Caldecott Honor children’s picture book Martin’s Big […]
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