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How much do you know about Rosa Parks? Find out the facts you need to know about this activitist in the civil rights movement. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.
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Lakita Wilson
Lakita Wilson is a Professor of Education, writer, and advocate for diverse and inclusive children's literature. A 2017 recipient of SCBWI's On-the-Verge Emerging Voices Award, Lakita lives in Maryland with her two children and Shih-Tzu.
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