Novels:
* The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 (1995): This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of the Watson family, a Black family traveling from Flint, Michigan, to Birmingham, Alabama, during the summer of 1963.
* Elijah of Buxton (1999): Set in Canada during the Civil War, this novel follows Elijah, a runaway slave who finds freedom and a new home in the settlement of Buxton, Ontario.
* Bud, Not Buddy (1999): This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Bud Caldwell, a young boy who runs away from an abusive foster home in search of his father.
* The Mighty Miss Malone (2014): This book follows the adventures of Hazel Malone, a young girl who moves from Harlem to a wealthy white family in Westchester County, New York, during the Great Depression.
Picture Books:
* The Other Side (2001): This picture book tells the story of two girls, one white and one Black, who live on opposite sides of a fence and become friends despite their differences.
Other:
* Street Corner Stories (2006): A collection of four interconnected short stories.
* The King of the Playground (2011): A novel for younger readers.
Christopher Paul Curtis's books are known for their engaging storytelling, historical accuracy, and exploration of themes of family, friendship, and courage.