A Brave Inspiration
Rosa Parks (1913-2005), pictured at left as she is being booked for refusing to give up her seat to a white man on a bus, a shocking an illegal act some 50 years ago.
Much more recently, I was showing some pictures to friends and many were from a then recent trip to New York City. The kids were facinated by the images from Madame Tusaudes Wax Museum and asked lots of questions about the famous people. After telling them about Rosa Parks there were as choked up as I was.
The story of Miss Parks' contribution to America through her simple act of defiance at the start of the Civil Rights Movement must continue to be told. You will be missed, but not forgotten, dear lady.
For your consideration:
- New York Times - "Rosa Parks, 92, Founding Symbol of Civil Rights Movement, Dies"
- America's Story - "Rosa Parks Was Arrested for Civil Disobedience December 1, 1955"
- Scholastic - "My Story" (great for kids)