Rosa Parks Biography & Bus Writing Activity | Civil Rights Movement & Black History Month Lesson

Rosa Parks Biography Reading & Writing Activity | Civil Rights Movement Worksheet

Engage your students with this Rosa Parks reading comprehension and writing activity, perfect for teaching the Civil Rights Movement and celebrating Black History Month. Designed for grades 5–6 (ages 9–11), this resource helps students strengthen their summarizing skills while learning about one of America’s most influential leaders.

Students will:

• Read a 1.5-page, student-friendly biography of Rosa Parks
• Summarize the key points using a bus-shaped writing template
• Practice reading comprehension, writing, and historical analysis skills

Why Teachers & Homeschool Parents Love It:

• Combines history, literacy, and critical thinking
• Easy to use—just print and go!
• Works for homeschool or classroom settings
• Encourages deeper understanding of Rosa Parks’ role in the Civil Rights Movement

This is a single worksheet from our Stories in History – Modern American History full-year curriculum. Browse our full collection of Modern American History worksheets and curriculum here.