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title: "Who Was Rosa Parks?"
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# 4.8/5 star rating from 2,495 readers 112 pages of engaging content Illustrated with black-and-white visuals Who Was Rosa Parks?

**Price:** NZ$15
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## Summary

> ✊ Own the story that sparked a movement!

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- **What is this?** Who Was Rosa Parks?
- **How much does it cost?** NZ$15 with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Visual storytelling:** Black-and-white illustrations bring Rosa Parks’ courageous story to life, enhancing comprehension and engagement.
- • **Compact yet powerful:** 112 pages of accessible, impactful storytelling perfect for busy readers and young history enthusiasts alike.
- • **Perfect for all ages:** Written at a 3rd-4th grade reading level, it’s ideal for kids but insightful enough for adults craving a quick history fix.
- • **Affordable empowerment:** At just $5.99, owning a piece of civil rights history has never been more accessible.
- • **Top-ranked inspiration:** Ranked #8 in Children’s Social Activists Biographies, this book is a proven favorite for socially conscious readers.

## Overview

Who Was Rosa Parks? is a 112-page illustrated paperback biography by Yona Zeldis McDonough, published by Penguin Workshop. Celebrated for its accessible writing and compelling visuals, it ranks among the top children’s biographies on social activism and women, boasting a 4.8-star rating from nearly 2,500 readers.

## Description

In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This seemingly small act triggered civil rights protests across America and earned Rosa Parks the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." This biography has black-and-white illustrations throughout.

Review: Rosa - Great book
Review: Well written - This book series is amazing. Perfect for kids, young and old, who want a brief, but interesting bio. It's written on a 3rd to 4th grade level, so perfect for kids who enjoy history. Easy to moderate, depending on the person's reading ability.

## Features

- Author: McDonough, Yona Zeldis.Who HQ.
- Publisher: Penguin Workshop
- Pages: 112
- Publication Date: 2010-12-23
- Edition: Illustrated
- Binding: Paperback
- MSRP: 5.99
- ISBN13: 9780448454429
- ISBN: 0448454424
- Other ISBN: 9781101445938
- Other ISBN Binding: print
- Language: en

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #23,538 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #8 in Children's Social Activists Biographies (Books) #21 in Children's Women Biographies (Books) #34 in Children's Multicultural Biographies |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,495 Reviews |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rosa
*by L***N on April 12, 2026*

Great book

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well written
*by C***S on June 21, 2024*

This book series is amazing. Perfect for kids, young and old, who want a brief, but interesting bio. It's written on a 3rd to 4th grade level, so perfect for kids who enjoy history. Easy to moderate, depending on the person's reading ability.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful synopsis
*by B***. on November 26, 2025*

A great synopsis of her life for a grade schooler.

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*Last updated: 2026-07-07*