Famous Person: Rosa Louis Parks

Students will be able to describe Rosa Parks’ contributions and how they affect us today through the presentation of the mini-unit.
Students will be able to identify important events occurring at this time in history by participation in the KWL and historical perspective activities.
Students will be able to use tools of persuasive writing by participating in a writing activity.
Students will understand what motivates ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary tasks.
Students will be able to express their thoughts about Rosa Parks by paying tribute to her in writing.
Students will understand feelings of African-Americans at this time in history by participation in the simulation and The Story of Ruby Bridges.