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During one of the most important times in the civil rights movement, one unforgettable family goes on a road trip in this Newbery and Coretta Scott King Honoree, from author Christopher Paul Curtis, recipient of the Coretta Scott King–Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement.
A PARADE BEST KIDS BOOK OF ALL TIME
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
From the Publisher
Publisher : Yearling; Media tie-in edition (August 6, 2013)
Language : English
Paperback : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 0385382944
ISBN-13 : 978-0385382946
Reading age : 10 – 11 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 920L
Grade level : 3 – 7
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.25 x 0.57 x 7.69 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book engaging and easy to read. They enjoy the humor and find the story insightful into American history. The writing quality is praised as well-written and descriptive. Many readers consider it an important book for kids to read, especially in elementary school. They also find the book heartwarming and emotional, with good lessons for kids to learn.
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