The Story of Rosa Parks

Teach little learners about Rosa Parks' brave stand for civil rights with this 200-word board book.



This little book introduces Rosa Parks, the "mother of the civil rights movement." Simple, toddler-friendly text tells the story of her courageous decision to remain on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama -- an action that resulted in Parks' arrest, and ultimately, a victory for civil rights. Illustrated with rich oil paintings, The Story of Rosa Parks will help even the smallest children understand who Rosa Parks is, and why she is so important.

Patricia A. Pingry has written dozens of children's books and edited hundreds more. Among her best-known titles are the perennial bestsellers The Story of Christmas and The Story of Easter. Together these two titles have sold more than two million copies. Patricia lives in Nashville, Tennessee.




Steven Walker discovered his love for art at a very early age. He holds a bachelor's and master's degree in fine art, and his oil paintings have been displayed in galleries and private collections across the country.