Ages 9–121-min guideKindnessSchool
Wonder
by R. J. Palacio
Good fitA great book for talking about kindness. There is bullying and the family dog dies.
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What it’s about
After years of homeschooling, Auggie goes to middle school. The story is told by him and the people around him.
The ending
What might come up
Unkind behaviorA lotKids call Auggie names, leave mean notes and avoid touching him.
Death and lossSomeThe family dog dies, and a grandmother’s death is remembered.
Big feelingsA lotLoneliness, betrayal between friends, and a sister who feels invisible.
ViolenceA littleJack punches Julian, and older kids shove Auggie and Jack on a school trip.
RomanceA littleA teenage relationship in the older sister’s chapters.
LanguageA littleA few insults like 'freak'.
Why kids like it
Short chapters from different kids, and a lot of heart.
Read it, then watch it
Read the book first, then watch it together and talk about what changed.
