Week 06 – Day 1: Summarizing Nonfiction – Rosa Parks' Story

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    Welcome to our lesson: Summarizing Nonfiction – Rosa Parks' Story!

    In today’s class, you will read about a courageous woman who changed history with one brave action. We will learn how to find the main idea and key supporting details in a nonfiction passage, and you will practice writing a clear and focused summary.

    Remember, a good summary captures the most important points without including every small detail.
    Get ready to sharpen your reading and writing skills — and to be inspired by Rosa Parks' incredible story.

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    By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:​

    1. Write a summary using the main idea and key supporting details.​

    2. Exclude irrelevant details.​

    3. Use a clear structure to organize your summary.​

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    Before we dive into Rosa Parks' story, take this short pre-quiz to check your understanding of what makes a good nonfiction summary.
    This quick check will help you see what you already know and what we’ll focus on during the lesson.

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  • Select activity Summarizing nonfiction | Reading | Khan Academy

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  • Select activity Summarizing a Nonfiction Text - Pt. 1: What is a nonfiction summary?

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    Excerpt from "Rosa Parks: My Story"  

    When I was growing up in Montgomery, Alabama, life was different for Black and white people. Black children had to walk to school, even when there was a bus for the white children. I often wondered why things were so unfair, but back then, that was just how things were. 

    As I got older, I decided I would not let unfair rules control my life. I joined the NAACP, an organization that worked for equal rights. I believed everyone deserved respect, no matter what color their skin was. Every day, I thought about how small actions could make a big difference. 

    One evening in 1955, after a long day at work, I got on a crowded bus. I sat down in a row for Black passengers. As the bus filled up, the driver told me to give up my seat for a white passenger. I thought about all the unfairness I had seen my whole life. I stayed seated and quietly said, "No." 

    The driver called the police, and I was arrested. Some people might have thought it was just a small thing—not giving up a seat—but it led to something much bigger. Black citizens in Montgomery began to boycott the buses. They refused to ride until the rules were changed. 

    The Montgomery Bus Boycott lasted for more than a year. People walked to work, shared rides, and stood together. Finally, the laws changed, and buses were no longer segregated. I didn’t plan to be famous. I just knew that standing up—or sitting down—for what was right was something I had to do. 

     

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    After reviewing how to write a strong summary, complete this quiz to practice identifying the main idea and important supporting details.
    Answer carefully—this will help you get ready to summarize Rosa Parks' story with accuracy and confidence.

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    Now that you’ve read the excerpt from “Rosa Parks: My Story,” show what you’ve learned!
    This quiz will check your understanding of the main idea, important details, and key events from the story. Think about the big message Rosa Parks shared.

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    Here is a Summary of what we have learnt:

    • Summaries should be short, clear, and focused.​

    • Only main ideas and supporting details are included.​

    • Writing in your own words is important.​

    • Summaries show you really understand what you read

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    Take a moment to reflect on your learning today.
    With the help of your teacher, pick the option that best matches how confident you feel.
    If you choose “With difficulty” or “Unable to perform task,” it’s okay—you can review the lesson or ask for extra help.