"The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963" is a children’s novel that follows the Watson family, an African American family from Flint, Michigan, during the summer of 1963. The story is narrated by 10-year-old Kenny Watson, who provides insight into his family's dynamics, particularly the interactions with his quirky brother, Byron, and his loving yet strict parents. The family's humorous yet challenging life in the North contrasts sharply with their upcoming trip to Birmingham, Alabama, where they will visit relatives.
