The Watsons Go to Birmingham: 1963

De: Christopher Paul Curtis

Narrado por: LeVar Burton

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

©1995 Christopher Paul Curtis (P)1996 Random House, Inc., Listening Library, An Imprint of Random House Audio Publishing Group

Reseñas de la Crítica

AN ALA TOP TEN BEST BOOK

AN ALA NOTABLE CHILDREN'S BOOK

AN IRA YOUNG ADULT'S CHOICE

A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW BEST BOOK

NAMED TO MULTIPLE STATE AWARD LISTS

"This is a book that changes lives. It certainly changed mine."—Kate DiCamillo, two-time Newbery Medalist

"I identify with so much in Christopher Paul Curtis's engrossing classic, The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963."—David Barclay Moore, winner of the Coretta Scott King John Steptoe Award for New Talent

"An exceptional first novel."—Publishers Weekly, starred review

Funny!

Keeps you laughing!

Good book

Excellent story telling by Mr. Burton. I appreciated that the events of September 1963, were told in a meaningful way. It reminds us that this could have happened to you and me. Above all, this book shows that family bonds can be strong especially in times when it is needed most.

Great music

The story was so impactful I started crying at the end.
The background music was fantastic and very appropriate for each part. I would love a soundtrack listing.

Awesome

B e s t b o o k I ‘ v e h e a r d t h i s y e a r.

Best book ever!!

This book is amazing I thought it might be a little boring but not at all this has got to be one of my favorite books.I really loved the reader his voice was not to slow but not fast his voice was very calming.I disliked nothing about about this book. I gave this 5 stars because it so fun and interesting to read. I totally recommend you reading this book because I promise you will love!

Great!

We listened to this on our way to the civil rights institute in Birmingham. It was funny, touching and opened our eyes.

Best book

Had to read for book report but really enjoyed it and thanks for having it available

.

My 11 yr old daughters 6th grade class was reading this in school. She recommended it to me along with Bud Not Buddy.Funny sad and hear warming. Loved them both

Summer Reader

What made the experience of listening to The Watsons Go to Birmingham: 1963 the most enjoyable?

LeVar Burton has a great reading voice and was the perfect choice for reading this book.

Which scene was your favorite?

The oldest boy getting his lips stuck to the mirror while admiring himself.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Lots of very funny parts which helped balance out the shocking reality of inequalities and prejudice in the world.

Entertaining, hilarious, heartbreaking, and memora

Would you listen to The Watsons Go to Birmingham: 1963 again? Why?

Yes, I have listened to this several times every few years.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved the mother. She had a big heart and still made mistakes. There were no perfect characters but the parents' concern, love, and frustration came through in the writing.

What does LeVar Burton bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I read this book many, many full moons ago and loved it. I listened to a sample piece and was hooked. L.B. gave the story a new perspective and when I closed my eyes to listen I felt the cold of Flint and the emotions of being tricked yet again by my older brother.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

This book brought reality to the bombing in Montgomery Alabama. you fell in Love with Joella and you know her as a little sister who you are responsible for not because your told to do it but because you adore her. This book pulls you in.

Any additional comments?

If you are part of a family that is not perfect and have close ties to each other, you will love this book and get a history lesson in the process.