Throughout history, there have been brave individuals who stood up for what they believed in and made a lasting impact on the world. In our recent topic, we explored the lives of three such inspiring people: Rosa Parks, Marcus Rashford, and Greta Thunberg.
🚌 Rosa Parks – The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement
In 1955, Rosa Parks made history by refusing to give up her seat to a white passenger on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Her quiet courage sparked a powerful bus boycott and became a turning point in the fight for racial equality in America. Rosa showed that one small action can lead to big changes.
⚽ Marcus Rashford – A Voice for Hungry Children
Marcus Rashford isn’t just a football star – he’s also a hero off the pitch. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he led a campaign to make sure children in the UK didn’t go hungry. He convinced the government to continue free school meals during the holidays. His determination proved that young people can use their voice to fight for fairness.
🌍 Greta Thunberg – Climate Warrior
Greta Thunberg began protesting alone outside the Swedish parliament at just 15 years old, calling for stronger action on climate change. Her “Fridays for Future” movement spread across the globe. Greta has spoken to world leaders, reminding them that the future belongs to the youth and that protecting the Earth is urgent.
🎨 Our Class Project: Making Posters
After learning about each person, we created posters to celebrate their work and impact. We looked at how their actions helped make the world a better place. Then, we had a discussion and chose who we thought was the most important and why. It was hard to pick just one – all three have done amazing things!
🏠 3 Ideas to Try at Home
Want to keep learning and taking action like Rosa, Marcus, and Greta? Here are some fun ideas:
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Create Your Own Hero Poster – Make a poster about someone you admire. It could be someone from history, your community, or even a family member. Share what makes them inspiring!
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Start a Kindness Jar – Just like Marcus helped others, you can too! Write down small acts of kindness you can do each day (e.g., helping with chores, calling a grandparent). Pick one out each morning.
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Eco-Challenge at Home – Follow in Greta’s footsteps by starting a family eco-challenge. Can you go a day without using plastic? Or maybe reduce electricity by turning off lights when not in use?
These three people show us that you don’t have to be famous or powerful to make a difference – you just need courage, kindness, and a passion to help others. 🌟
