After my week long hunt for stand alone novels, I decided to read Wonder by R.J. Palacio since many others liked it. Unlike another hyped-up book that I read around the same time for the same reason, Wonder was worth it.
On goodreads.com, Wonder is described as such: "August (Auggie) Pullmanwas 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?
R. J. Palacio has written a spare, warm, uplifting story that will have readers laughing one minute and wiping away tears the next. With wonderfully realistic family interactions (flawed, but loving), lively school scenes, and short chapters, Wonder is accessible to readers of all levels."
I totally sympathized for Auggie while reading Wonder. Fifth grade was the worst year for me (mostly because of bullying), so I can't imagine how it would be for a little kid with a deformity. Wonder makes one think of how we treat others, in their face and when they are not around. In addition, Wonder brings up topics dealing with gratitude, friendship, family, bullying, growing up, life and death, God, Heaven, and leaving a legacy behind.
A few characters I wanted to discuss are Via, Julian and his mother. Via is Auggie's older sister who is starting high school. She has some issues with having a brother like Auggie, but she is very protective, supportive, and overall a kind sister. Julian on the other hand, is a (mean) classmate of Auggie's. Julian is "told" to be nice and welcoming to Auggie, but his true colors show when Auggie catches his "friends" talking bad about him behind his back. Julian's mother is no better than her son. She is intolerant and disrespectful. If adults don’t have good manners, than kids will learn this and copy bad behavior!
Anyways, I highly recommend this book to everyone, specifically to students starting middle or high school like the two main characters. Teachers should also read this. I am in uni. to be a teacher in the future iA, and if I could choose, I would make my students read this book. That’s how much I like and recommend Wonder; it is one of my favorite books! If you would like to purchase a copy of Wonder by R.J Palacio, then check it out here Wonder
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