Introduction to Wonder by R.J. Palacio

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 1,2

Author

Name: R.J. Palacio

Born in: New York City

Age: 60

Children: 2 sons

Pets: 2 dogs (Bear + Beau) 

Nationality: American (roots: Colombian)

Quote from the book

AUGUST PULLMAN: 

"I WON'T DESCRIBE WHAT I LOOK LIKE. WHATEVER YOU'RE THINKING, IT'S PROBABLY WORSE."

What do you think the book is about?
(Keep the book cover and the quote in mind)

Reading

Open the book & let's read the first chapter together..

In short

The story is about a young boy who has never been to school before. He has just started school at the age of 10. 

We are going to dive into his life, his experiences and his feelings and see how he lives. 

One thing we have to keep in mind: he has a facial deformity..

Let's meet some of the important characters from the book

- Who are they?
- Their role in the book?

What are the first words that pop up when you look at Auggie?

The back of the book has got a quote: ''don't judge a boy by his face.'' What do you think this means?