The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Park, adapted for younger audiences

The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks, adapted for younger readers from Jeanne Theoharis’s biography, reframes Rosa Parks as a lifelong strategist and activist rather than simply a tired seamstress on a bus. The book chronicles her work investigating sexual assaults, organizing youth, and challenging segregation over decades, giving kids a fuller picture of Black freedom struggles. Students encounter primary sources, photos, and nuanced explanations of how movements are built. Parents and teachers value that it corrects textbook myths and invites deeper questions about courage and collective action, making it ideal for upper elementary through high school civil rights study.