Black American World Changers: Rosa Parks
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In 1955 Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama, city bus to a white person. Her action sparked the U.S. civil rights movement. This video provides a glimpse into the extraordinary life of Rosa Parks. Part of the "Black American World Changers" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 2 minutes 40 seconds
- Topic: Biographies, History
- Subtopic: African-Americans, Biography, Parks, Rosa
- Grade/Interest Level: 4 - 8
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2021
- Producer/Distributor: Kid Explorer
- Series: Black American History
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Black American World Changers: Rosa Parks
Good video. Good coverage of history about Rosa Parks.
GREAT