Wonder
August (Auggie) Pullman was born with a facial deformity that prevented him from going to a mainstream school—until now. He's about to start 5th grade at Beecher Prep, and if you've ever been the new kid then you know how hard that can be. The thing is Auggie's just an ordinary kid, with an extraordinary face. But can he convince his new classmates that he's just like them, despite appearances?
Wonder by R.J. Palacio
Wonder is a heartwarming and inspiring story about a boy named August Pullman, who has Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes facial differences. August has been homeschooled his entire life, but his parents decide to send him to middle school for the first time. August is nervous about being accepted by his new classmates, but he quickly learns that there is more to people than meets the eye.
August's journey is not easy. He faces bullying and prejudice from some of his classmates, but he also finds friendship and acceptance from others. August learns to stand up for himself and to embrace his differences. He also learns that it is important to be kind to others, even when they are different from you.
Wonder is a powerful story about the importance of acceptance and kindness. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. If you are looking for a book that will inspire you and make you think, then Wonder is the book for you.
Here are some of the lessons that we can learn from Wonder:
- It is important to be kind to others, even when they are different from you.
- Everyone has something to offer the world, regardless of their appearance.
- It is important to stand up for yourself and to embrace your differences.
- True friendship is based on acceptance and understanding.
- The world would be a better place if we all learned to be more accepting of others.
Wonder is a book that is appropriate for readers of all ages. It is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and think. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
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