by R.J. Palacio
Courage. Kindness. Friendship. Character. These are the qualities that define us as human beings and propel us, on occasion, to greatness.
About the Book:
Wonder tells the story of Auggie Pullman who is about to start school for the first time as a fifth-grader at Beecher Prep. Before now, Auggie had remained mostly hidden from the world because of his facial deformity that draws stares and teasing from others. As he makes the difficult choice to attend school, he mostly wants to be seen as the normal kid that he is if only his peers can look beyond his outward appearance.
The story is told from varying points of view, beginning with Auggie and later extending to his new classmates, his family, and others. Through each narrator, we see the struggle of Auggie and the village around him as they work through themes of tolerance, understanding, and acceptance. As readers follow Auggie's experience and relate with the varied cast of characters in the book, they will begin to develop a deeper sense of empathy for those who may be different from themselves.
Wonder has captured the hearts of parents, teachers, and children from elementary to high school. It has been praised for its engaging storytelling, relatable characters, and powerful message of kindness. Join other schools that have experienced #thewonderofwonder and embrace its powerful message of kindness and challenge to always #choosekind.
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