The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963
by Christopher Paul Curtis
The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis holds a well received rating of 3.95 out of 5, based on 44.8K reader ratings. First published in 1995. The book spans 224 pages.
About The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963
The Newbery Honor-winning American classic, The Watsons Go to Birmingham--1963 , celebrates 20 years with this anniversary edition featuring a special letter from Christopher Paul Curtis and an introduction by noted educator Dr. Pauletta Bracy. Enter the hilarious world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. There's Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brother Byron, who's thirteen and an "official juvenile delinquent." When Momma and Dad decide it's time for a visit to Grandma, Dad comes home with the amazing Ultra-Glide, and the Watsons set out on a trip like no other. They're heading South to Birmingham, Alabama, toward one of the darkest moments in America's history.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Christopher Paul Curtis |
| Published | 1995 |
| Pages | 224 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.95 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 44,830 |
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What genre is The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963?
The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 is categorized as Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
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Based on 44.8K reader ratings, The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 has an average score of 3.95 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963?
The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 has 224 pages.
Who wrote The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963?
The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 was written by Christopher Paul Curtis. It was first published in 1995.
What is the ISBN for The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963?
The ISBN-13 for The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 is 9780440228000.0.
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