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Wonder
320 pages, 2012
fiction
1382 booksWONDER, by R.J. Palacio, tells the story of Auggie Pullman, a fifth-grader with severe facial abnormalities who is starting school for the very first time. Although he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid, his classmates can't get past his disfigurement.
WONDER is now a #1 New York Times bestseller and has been included on the Texas Bluebonnet Award master list. It is written from Auggie's perspective but soon shifts to give other perspectives of his classmates, his sister, and her boyfriend, among others.
These perspectives converge in a portrait of one community's struggle with empathy and acceptance.
R.J. Palacio's book, Wonder, encourages us to embrace our differences. The main character, Auggie, has a facial deformity, but he doesn't let it define him. He teaches us that it's okay to be different and that we should celebrate our uniqueness.
In Wonder, kindness is a recurring theme. The author shows us that a little kindness can go a long way and can make a huge difference in someone's life. So, let's take a leaf out of Palacio's book and spread kindness wherever we go.
The book teaches us that courage isn't about not being scared, but about facing our fears. Auggie, despite his fears, goes to school and faces the world. This is a great lesson for all of us to face our fears and not let them hold us back.
Wonder explores the themes of friendship and loyalty. Auggie's friends stick by him, showing us the importance of having loyal friends. It's a great reminder to cherish our friends and to be there for them in their time of need.
One of the key takeaways from Wonder is not to judge people by their appearance. Auggie may look different, but he's just like any other kid. So, let's dig deeper and get to know people for who they truly are, not just what they look like.
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Wonder is a book that is as funny as it is heartbreaking, and it's one of the best books I've had the pleasure of reading.
John Green - Author, VloggerWonder is a beautifully told story about the power of kindness and acceptance, and the potential of every individual to be a hero.
Jennifer Garner - Actress, ProducerWonder is a book that will touch your heart and make you appreciate the beauty of being different.
Julia Roberts - Actress, ProducerWonder is a book that teaches us about compassion, acceptance, and the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Oprah Winfrey - Media Executive, ActressWonder is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and think. It's a must-read for all ages.
James Patterson - Author, PhilanthropistRecommendations
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