The Civil Rights Movement
A Picture Book of Rosa Parks
by David A. Adler.

Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white
patron on a segregated bus in Montgomery,
Alabama.   When you read this book,  you learn
that ordinary people can change the world.  Mrs,
Rosa's simple act of defiance helped to launch
the Civil Rights Movement in America, and she is
remembered today as the Mother of the Civil
Rights Movement.  
For more books featuring women leaders of the Civil Rights Movement
check out
Wonder Women of the Civil Rights Movement.
Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
by Doreen Rappaport
The author mixes her retelling of Dr. King's life with
quotes from Dr. King.  Dr. King lived a life of
courage, and his words are an inspiration to people
even today. Add the amazing artwork of Bryan
Collier and you have one of the best picture book
biographies available about Dr. King.  This book
brings Dr. King's life and story alive for children of
today. Recommended by Rachel and Sarah.
For more biographies on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., go to the
Book Nuts Martin Luther King Day page.