Brave Voices Slides Brave Voices
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Montgomery Bus Boycott
Who was Dr. King?
He was a leader .
He wanted fairness for everyone.
He used peace , not fighting.
Dr. King speaking for justice
Dr. King believed in equal rights.
The Problem
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Buses in Alabama had unfair rules.
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Black people had to sit in the back .
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White people sat in the front .
Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks on the bus
She stayed in her seat.
Rosa Parks said "No" to the unfair rules.
She was very brave .
She wanted to change the law.
What is a Boycott?
Boycott = Stop using something.
Dr. King told people: "Do not ride the bus."
For 381 days , people walked to work. They did not give up.
A Big Change
The boycott worked!
The law changed. Now, everyone can sit anywhere on the bus. We have equal rights .
Equal Rights
Fairness
Time to Work!
Read the Hero Story paper.
Answer the Questions .
Extra Credit!
Finish the Justice Challenges to get extra points and help your grade!
Brave Voices Teacher Guide Brave Voices
Teacher Implementation Guide
Goal
Grade repair for EL students reading at 2nd-3rd grade levels.
Format
1-page consolidated worksheet with clear directions.
Credit
Standard comprehension + up to +20 extra credit points.
Step-by-Step Flow
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Vocabulary & Slide Deck
Present the slide deck first. Focus on the core vocabulary: Fair, Brave, Peace, Change . Use total physical response (TPR) gestures.
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The 1-Page Worksheet
Hand out the worksheet. Direct students to the "What to do" box at the top. Read the story aloud, then have students answer the three comprehension questions.
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Extra Credit Challenges
Direct students who need grade repair to the bottom section. The Poster Challenge (+10 pts) provides a low-stakes way for students to engage visually.
Grading & Support
Accept Phonetic Spelling: Students at this level may spell phonetically. Grade based on their ability to communicate the concept.
Visual Evidence: If a student completes the poster but struggles with writing, consider awarding partial credit for the visual work.
Brave Voices Answer Key Answer Key
Brave Voices 1-Page Worksheet
Standard Assignment
1. Who was the leader for peace?
Dr. MLK Jr.
2. How did people get to work?
They walked.
3. What did Rosa Parks say?
"No."
Extra Credit Challenges
Message to Rosa (+5)
Accept simple sentences showing appreciation for her bravery.
My Own Hero (+5)
Accept any personal hero and a simple reason.
The Peace Poster (+10)
Accept any drawing with the words "Peace" or "Love." Reward effort.
Grading Information
This 1-page worksheet allows for easy grading. Core questions verify comprehension, while challenges provide up to +20 points for grade repair.
Brave Voices Student Packet Brave Voices
Name: _____________________
What to do:
1. Read the story. 2. Answer the 3 questions. 3. Bonus: Do the challenges!
Step 1: Read the Hero Story
Long ago, laws were unfair. In Alabama, Black people had to sit in the back of the bus. White people sat in the front.
Rosa Parks was on the bus. A person wanted her seat. Rosa said, "No." She was very brave. She wanted things to be fair.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a leader. He used peace to help. He told people: "Stop riding the buses." This was a boycott.
People walked for a long time. Finally, the laws did change. Everyone can sit anywhere! It was a win for fairness.
Step 2: Answer the Questions
1. Who was the leader for peace?
Dr. MLK Jr.
G. Washington
2. How did people get to work?
They walked.
They rode a bus.
3. What did Rosa Parks say?
Extra Credit: Justice Challenges
Message to Rosa
+5 Pts
Why was she brave?
My Own Hero
+5 Pts
Who is a hero in your life?
The Peace Poster
+10 Pts
Draw "Peace" and "Love" below.