We started reading a new novel in homeroom recently, Wonder, but R.J. Palacio. August is the main character, and he has some type of birth defect on his face. It's cool how the author connects this story to a song that I really like from Natalie Merchant that's also titled "Wonder". Click here to check out the video. So far, it seems like the author is slowly revealing details about the boy's face. It's clear that the boy's embarrassed about it, but the author keeps us readers in suspense. We're also wondering what's so bad.
He's just started at a new school, and he's scared about how people will react to him. What do you think makes a good friend? Which of his classmates demonstrate these qualities? How is Auggie a good friend?
I'd love to hear your thoughts.
