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Very well written.
*** Read for summer reading program “YA”
*** Read for summer reading program “YA”
To be honest, I probably wouldn't have picked up this book to read on my own. However, it was chosen as the Fox Cities Reads title for 2014 and since it lives in the Children's Room where I work I definitely wanted to pick it up. I am so glad I did - this is a book that will stick with me for a long, long time.
Wonder is the story of August, or Auggie, who was born with a severe facial deformity that kept him from attending public school until now. But this year, Auggie starts fifth grade at Bee ...more
Wonder is the story of August, or Auggie, who was born with a severe facial deformity that kept him from attending public school until now. But this year, Auggie starts fifth grade at Bee ...more
Palacio shares a slice of life in the fifth-grader year of August "Auggie" Pullman. He was home schooled until this point and now it was time to attend a "normal" school. It's never easy adjusted to a new school, but Auggie also struggles to fit in because of his facial deformity.
The story begins from August's point of view, but then travels to his sibling and new school friends. The past and present are shared with each chapter and each individual who shares their thoughts and reactions. The st ...more
The story begins from August's point of view, but then travels to his sibling and new school friends. The past and present are shared with each chapter and each individual who shares their thoughts and reactions. The st ...more
One of the best books I've read this year, possibly ever. Each voice is unique and clear. "Wonder" evokes emotion, calls to mind classic themes, classic literature, and classic movies. I found myself LOST in "Wonder". I consider myself difficult to woo. "Wonder" wooed me. :)
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Beautiful story written from different perspectives. A must read for adults and children.
2014 Fox Cities Reads with Fox Cities Book Festival
Mar 16, 2014
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