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Author: Nikki Giovanni
Illustrator: Bryan Collier
Grades: 1 - 6
Lexile®: 900L
Guided Reading Level: N
Release Date: 2007
Themes: Rosa Parks, Civil Rights Movement, Prejudice, Courage, Families, Communities |
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On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks boarded a Montgomery, Alabama city bus and refused to give up her seat to a white man, an act that ignited a movement that changed modern history. This powerful story is brought to life with stirring narration by author Nikki Giovanni, Bryan Collier’s beautiful paintings, and music by Ernest V. Troost.
Reviews:
School Library Journal: "This film brings history to life, adding homey details that personalize Parks and add immediacy to her story. Rich background music completes the presentation. This extraordinary book receives excellent treatment here."
Booklist: Starred Review "Nikki Giovanni impressively…reads the passionate text with authority, allowing young viewers to get a sense of the far-reaching effects of Parks' simple act of courage. Unobtrusive, mood-enhancing background music lends atmosphere and feeling. This dignified program is an excellent, visually appealing choice for classroom use and personal viewing."
AudioFile: "Giovanni's calm, strong narration lends dignity to Parks' story. The production is further enhanced by occasional background sounds, as well as piano music and quiet vocals...Collier's luminous collage-like illustrations (provide) a sense of how ordinary citizens can become extraordinary leaders."
Awards:
Book Awards: Caldecott Honor Book; Coretta Scott King Award for Illustration; ALA Notable Book; Child Magazine Best Children's Book of the Year; Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Book Award
Film Awards: ALA Notable Video; Booklist Editors' Choice for Youth DVD; WorldFest-Houston, Platinum Remi; KidsFirst! Short Film Award
Audio Awards: Audie Finalist
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