The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963, (Paperback)
The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963, (Paperback)
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Christopher Paul Curtis

The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963, (Paperback)

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  • Literary Recognition: This paperback is a Newbery and Coretta Scott King Honoree, written by Christopher Paul Curtis, a recipient of the Coretta Scott King-Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement.
  • Historical Context: The narrative follows the Watson family's journey to Birmingham, Alabama, during a pivotal period of the civil rights movement in 1963.
  • Family Resilience: The story emphasizes the importance of laughter and family bonds in navigating challenging times, even amidst historical darkness.
  • Publication Details: Published on December 12, 2000, by Laurel Leaf Library, this paperback edition has a page count of 272 and an ISBN of 9780440228004.
  • Enriched Content: The book includes bonus materials such as a new foreword and afterword from the author, a map of the Watsons' journey, original manuscript pages, and a letter from the Newbery committee.
  • Author Essays: It features personal essays celebrating the book's legacy by several award-winning authors, including Elizabeth Acevedo, Kate DiCamillo, and Jacqueline Woodson.
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May 6, 2025
anonymous
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Historical Fiction at it's best!

My family and I recently took a trip to Alabama. Birmingham was one of the places we visited. After we returned home, we read The Wastons Go to Birmingham. It is a story that captivated my children. This story is told from the perspective of a young, African-American boy, living in the northern states in 1963. It was so interesting to read this book and learn about culture for the Black family in the 1960's both in the North, and South. I don't want to spoil the story, but I think it is a wonderful family book for read-aloud.

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Jan 25, 2026
Santonio
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Very nice book for my daughter.

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Aug 17, 2025
Susan
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The book was well written with interesting plot.

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