The Life and Legacy of Rosa Parks Lesson

In this lesson, students will delve into the life and impact of Rosa Parks, focusing on her pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the broader American Civil Rights Movement. They will explore how Parks' act of civil disobedience served as a catalyst for change, setting the stage for nonviolent protests and leading to significant legal and social reforms in the United States. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.