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Wonder

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Wonder by R. J. Palacio is a touching story about Auggie Pullman, a young boy with a facial difference that has prevented him from attending a mainstream school. As he enters fifth grade at Beecher Prep, he faces the challenges of making friends and fitting in. The book promotes themes of kindness, acceptance, and the importance of looking beyond appearances.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming stories about friendship and the power of kindness. It tells the tale of a young boy with a facial difference as he navigates school for the first time, offering a touching perspective on empathy and acceptance. Perfect for those who appreciate character-driven narratives with an uplifting message.

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Wonder

He does ordinary things - eating ice cream, playing on his Xbox. But ordinary kids don't make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. Ordinary kids aren't stared at wherever they go.

Born with a terrible facial abnormality, Auggie has been home-schooled by his parents his whole life.

The unforgettable, life-affirming and internationally bestselling story of August Pullman - a boy who's desperate to blend in, but is destined to stand out because of the way he looks.

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A special tenth anniversary edition of the unforgettable, life-affirming and internationally bestselling novel starring August Pullman - a boy who's desperate to blend in, but is destined to stand out.

My name is August. I won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse.

Auggie wants to be an ordinary ten-year-old. He does ordinary things - eating ice cream, playing on his Xbox. He feels ordinary - inside. But ordinary kids don't make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. Ordinary kids aren't stared at wherever they go.

Born with a terrible facial abnormality, Auggie has been home-schooled by his parents his whole life. Now, for the first time, he's being sent to a real school - and he's dreading it. All he wants is to be accepted - but can he convince his new classmates that he's just like them, underneath it all?

A funny, frank, astonishingly moving novel to read in one sitting, pass on to others, and remember long after the final page.

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Wonder by R. J. Palacio is celebrated for its remarkable ability to move hearts and minds, offering a narrative that is both charming and emotionally evocative. Critics praise its authenticity and powerful storytelling, which leaves readers reflecting on kindness and the resolve to be better individuals. It's recognised as a book appealing to both children and adults alike, suggesting that its universal themes of empathy and acceptance transcend age barriers.

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ISBN: 9780552565974

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 January 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corgi Childrens

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 267g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

R. J. Palacio was born and raised in New York City. She attended the High School of Art and Design and the Parsons School of Design, where she majored in illustration. She was a graphic designer and an art director for many years before writing her critically acclaimed debut novel, Wonder, which has been on the New York Times bestseller list since March 2012, sold over 16 million copies worldwide and been adapted into a movie. In addition to Wonder, R. J. has written Auggie & Me- Three Wonder Stories, 365 Days of Wonder, We're All Wonders and White Bird- A Wonder Story, which is soon to be a major motion picture. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband, two sons and two dogs (Bear and Beau). Follow her on Twitter- @RJPalacio

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