Wonder by R. J. Palacio

Auggie is a very special boy who is born with a facial deformity that prevents him from attending a mainstream school.  However, this year, his mother decides that it is time for Auggie to join other kids his age as he enters the fifth grade. 

Being the new kid on the block is tough but being the new kid with a facial deformity is even tougher. How will Auggie deal with the stares, silent whispers, bullying and teasing he knows are sure come? Will he ever be able to make any friends?

Read-a-likes: Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper.

Lexile 790

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What Students Are Saying:

"Great book. Amazingly funny and shows friends working together. 5 thumbs up."   Comment by Jack ~ 6th Grade