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The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963

by Christopher Paul Curtis   |  Ages 11+
₱440.55
The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963
The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963

Essence of the book: A heartfelt journey through Civil Rights history.

Recommendation: This book is a must-read for those seeking a heartfelt and powerful journey through Civil Rights history. Follow the Watson family as they embark on a road trip to visit their Grandma in Birmingham, Alabama during one of the darkest moments in America's history. Through laughter and family, this book reminds us that even in the hardest times, love can prevail. With a mix of comic and deeply moving moments, "The Watsons Go To Birmingham--1963" is a modern classic that will leave you both enlightened and inspired.

  • Newbery Medal Nominee (1996)
  • Jane Addams Children's Book Award Nominee for Older Children (1996)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (1997)
  • Coretta Scott King Book Award for Author Honor (1996)
  • New Mexico Land of Enchantment Award for Young Adult (2000)
  • California Young Readers Medal for Middle School/Junior High (1998)
  • Best Children's Books of the Year (Bank Street College of Education) (1995)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963

by Christopher Paul Curtis   |  Ages 11+
₱440.55
ISBN: 9780440414124
Authors: Christopher Paul Curtis
Publisher: Yearling
Date of Publication: 1997-09-08
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Childrens Classics, Chapter Books, Young Readers
Related Topics: Historical Fiction, Humor
Goodreads rating: 4.0
(rated by 67428 readers)

Description

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Newbery and Coretta Scott King Honoree about an unforgettable family on a road-trip during one of the most important times in the civil rights movement. When the Watson family—ten-year-old Kenny, Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brother Byron—sets out on a trip south to visit Grandma in Birmingham, Alabama, they don’t realize that they’re heading toward one of the darkest moments in America’s history. The Watsons’ journey reminds us that even in the hardest times, laughter and family can help us get through anything. "A modern classic." —NPR “Marvelous . . . both comic and deeply moving.” — The New York Times "One of the best novels EVER." —Jacqueline Woodson, Newbery Honor and National Book Award–winning author of Brown Girl Dreaming Bonus Content • New foreword and afterword from the author • Map of the Watsons’ journey • Original manuscript pages and letter from the Newbery committee • Personal essays celebrating the book’s legacy by award-winning authors: Elizabeth Acevedo, Chris Crutcher, Kate DiCamillo, Varian Johnson, David Barclay Moore, Jason Reynolds, Jerry Spinelli, Vince Vawter, Rita Williams-Garcia, and Jacqueline Woodson.
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Essence of the book: A heartfelt journey through Civil Rights history.

Recommendation: This book is a must-read for those seeking a heartfelt and powerful journey through Civil Rights history. Follow the Watson family as they embark on a road trip to visit their Grandma in Birmingham, Alabama during one of the darkest moments in America's history. Through laughter and family, this book reminds us that even in the hardest times, love can prevail. With a mix of comic and deeply moving moments, "The Watsons Go To Birmingham--1963" is a modern classic that will leave you both enlightened and inspired.

  • Newbery Medal Nominee (1996)
  • Jane Addams Children's Book Award Nominee for Older Children (1996)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (1997)
  • Coretta Scott King Book Award for Author Honor (1996)
  • New Mexico Land of Enchantment Award for Young Adult (2000)
  • California Young Readers Medal for Middle School/Junior High (1998)
  • Best Children's Books of the Year (Bank Street College of Education) (1995)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.