Wonder
By R. J. Palacio
(Knopf Books for Young Readers, Hardcover, 9780375869020, 320pp.)
Publication Date: February 14, 2012
Other Editions of This Title: Google eBook, Compact Disc, Compact Disc, MP3 CD, MP3 CD
Categories: Social Issues - Special Needs, Social Issues - Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance, Health & Daily Living - Daily Activities
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I won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse.
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?
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.
R. J. PALACIO is a graphic designer by day and a writer by night. She lives in New York City with her family.
Entertainment Weekly, February 10, 2012:
"In a wonder of a debut, Palacio has written a crackling page-turning filled with characters you can't help but root for. A—"
Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews, December 15, 2011:
“A memorable story of kindness, courage and wonder.”
Starred Review, Booklist, February 1, 2012:
“Palacio makes it feel not only effortless but downright graceful, and by the stand-up-and-cheer conclusion, readers will be doing just that, and feeling as if they are part of this troubled but ultimately warm-hearted community.”
Starred Review, School Library Journal, February 2012:
"Palacio has an exceptional knack for writing realistic conversation and describing the thoughts and emotions of the characters. Everyone grows and develops as the story progresses, especially the middle school students. This is a fast read and would be a great discussion starter about love, support, and judging people on their appearance. A well-written, thought-provoking book."
"The breakout publishing sensation of 2012 will come courtesy of Palacio [and] is destined to go the way of Mark Haddon's The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and then some." - The London Times, "The Top 100 People to Watch in 2012"
"Wonder is a book with such a big wide heart - it shows how we are all fragile, imperfect, and perfectly beautiful creatures. A wonderful novel by a wonder of a writer!" - Julia Alvarez, author of Return to Sender, Before We Were Free, Finding Miracles, and the Tia Lola Stories
"This really is a remarkable book!" - Tom Angleberger, author of the New York Times bestseller The Strange Case of Origami Yoda
"August Pullman reminds us of what true beauty is." - Paul Hankins, Goodreads
"Do I recommend Wonder? Yes, very much!! It’s an eye opener for any age." - Attack of the Book (blog)
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