Cette série émouvante explore les thèmes de la gentillesse, de l'amitié et du courage face aux différences. Les récits suivent de jeunes individus naviguant à travers des défis tels que les différences physiques et les préjugés sociaux. À travers de multiples perspectives, elle célèbre le pouvoir de l'empathie et révèle que la vraie beauté réside à l'intérieur. C'est une lecture réconfortante et inspirante qui encourage la compassion et l'acceptation.
Ne jugez pas un livre sur sa couverture. Ne jugez pas un garçon sur son apparence. "Je m'appelle August. Je ne me décrirai pas. Quoi que vous imaginiez, c'est sans doute pire." Né avec une malformation faciale, August, dix ans, n'est jamais allé à l'école. Aujourd'hui, pour la première fois, ses parents l'envoient au collège... Pourra-t-il convaincre les élèves qu'il est comme eux? Dans la lignée du Bizarre incident du chien pendant la nuit, un petit bijou de sensibilité et de drôlerie. Un roman irrésistible sur le destin peu ordinaire d'August Pullman, un enfant différent
Almost 2 million people have read the New York Times bestseller Wonder and fallen in love with Auggie Pullman. Last year listeners were given a special look at another side of his story with The Julian Chapter, and now they'll get a peek at Auggie's life before Beecher Prep, with a short story told entirely from the point of view of Christopher, Auggie's oldest friend. Christopher was Auggie's best friend from the time they were babies until his family moved away; he was there through all of Auggie's surgeries and heartbreaks, through bad times and good--like Star Wars marathons and dreams of traveling to Pluto together. Alternating between childhood flashbacks and the present day, an especially bad day for Christopher, Pluto is the story of two boys grown apart learning that good friendships are worth a little extra effort
„Sei du selbst. Alle anderen sind schon vergeben.“ Oscar Wilde Maximen wie diese sind Worte, nach denen man leben kann. So erklärt es der Lehrer Auggies Klasse am ersten Schultag. Dabei ist es ganz egal, ob man sie in einem Buch findet, einem Song oder – einem Glückskeks. Inspiration kann man sich schließlich von überallher besorgen. Hier teilt er einige seiner Lieblingsmaximen mit uns. Denn Maximen fordern uns alle heraus, uns kreativ mit ihnen auseinanderzusetzen und weiterzudenken.
Wonder August (Auggie) Pullman was born with a facial deformity that prevented him from going to a mainstream school—until now. He’s about to enter fifth grade at Beecher Prep, and if you’ve ever been the new kid, then you know how hard that can be. The thing is Auggie’s just an ordinary kid, with an extraordinary face. But can he convince his new classmates that he’s just like them, despite appearances? The Julian Chapter The Julian Chapter gives readers a chance to hear from Wonder ’s most controversial character. From the very first day Auggie and Julian met, it was clear they were never going to be friends. This story finally reveals the bully’s side of the story. Why is Julian so unkind to Auggie? And does he have a chance for redemption? Pluto Pluto offers a peek at Auggie’s life before Wonder . Christopher and Auggie were best friends from the time they were babies until Christopher’s family moved away; he was there for all of Auggie’s earliest memories, from surgeries to Star Wars marathons. Pluto is the story of two boys who have grown apart but are learning that good friendships are worth a little extra effort. Shingaling Shingaling shines new light on life as a fifth grader at Beecher Prep—as seen from the perspective of Charlotte, the girl chosen to be Auggie’s “welcome buddy.” Readers will learn more about Charlotte and her budding friendship with reader-favorite Summer, how the girls at Beecher Prep react to Auggie attending their school for the first time, and how Charlotte came to write the precept she used at the end of Wonder : “It’s not enough to be friendly. You have to be a friend.”
Charlotte, insieme ad altri due studenti, è stata scelta per dare il benvenuto ad Auggie nella nuova scuola. Il suo sogno è di diventare una star della danza, anche se è una ragazzina un po' insicura, ed è combattuta tra la lealtà verso Auggie e il desiderio di poter entrare nel gruppo delle ragazze popolari. Ma, quando inizia la guerra tra i sostenitori del nuovo arrivato e quelli che lo vorrebbero cacciare, non ha dubbi: è lei a passare a Jack la lista di ''chi sta con chi''. Perché in nome dell'amicizia, prima o poi bisogna essere capaci di prendere posizione... Dopo ''Il libro di Julian'' e ''Il libro di Christopher'' questo è l'ultimo volume della trilogia di racconti legati a ''Wonder''.
"Una historia deliciosa, sencilla y amable que ilustra la importancia de la diversidad y la importancia de aceptar a los demás tal como son. En un mundo en el que elbullyingentre los jóvenes se está convirtiendo en una verdadera epidemia, los libros de la serie "Wonder" ofrecen una nueva visión refrescante, necesaria y esperanzadora." -- various websites. Auggie enjoys the company of his dog, Daisy, and using his imagination, but painfully endures the taunts of his peers because of his facial deformity.
August Pullman stole the hearts of over a million readers in the bestselling, award-winning WONDER. 365 DAYS OF WONDER is a beautiful companion to the novel: a collection of quotes and wise words, one for every day of the year. It includes funny, insightful, inspiring thoughts from WONDER's fans, famous authors and personalities - from Roald Dahl and Paul McCartney to Anne Frank, Tolkien and Popeye - and from the novel itself. It's the perfect gift for anyone who loved WONDER, and it's a book to be treasured and enjoyed again and again.
The story follows a young boy with facial differences who navigates the challenges of fitting in at a new school. Through his journey, themes of kindness, acceptance, and the impact of bullying are explored. The narrative offers multiple perspectives, showcasing how his presence influences those around him, ultimately promoting the message that everyone deserves to be seen for who they are beyond appearances. The emotional depth and relatable characters resonate with readers of all ages, making it a poignant tale of resilience and empathy.
The unforgettable bestseller Wonder, soon to be a major motion picture, has inspired a nationwide movement to Choose Kind. Now parents and educators can introduce the importance of choosing kind to younger readers with this gorgeous picture book, featuring Auggie and Daisy on an original adventure, written and illustrated by R. J. Palacio. Over 5 million people have fallen in love with Wonder and have joined the movement to Choose Kind. Now younger readers can meet Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, and his beloved dog, Daisy. Countless fans have asked R. J. Palacio to write a book for younger readers. With We're All Wonders, she makes her picture-book debut as both author and artist, with a spare, powerful text and striking, richly imagined illustrations. Palacio shows readers what it's like to live in Auggie's world--a world in which he feels like any other kid, but he's not always seen that way. We're All Wonders may be Auggie's story, but it taps into every child's longing to belong, and to be seen for who they truly are. It's the perfect way for families and educators to talk about empathy and kindness with young children. Praise for Wonder: A #1 New York Times Bestseller A USA Today Top 100 Bestseller An Indie Bestseller A Time Magazine 100 Best Young Adult Books of All Time Selection A Washington Post Best Kids' Book A Parents Magazine Top 10 Book of the Year A New York Times Book Review Notable Book An NPR Outstanding Backseat Book Club Pick An Entertainment Weekly 10 Great Kids' Books Selection A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year A Booklist Editors' Choice An E. B. White Read Aloud Award Winner An ALA Notable Book A Bank Street Best Book of the Year An IRA-CBC Teachers' Choice A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing Selection A Christopher Award Winner "A beautiful, funny and sometimes sob-making story of quiet transformation." --The Wall Street Journal "A crackling page-turner filled with characters you can't help but root for." --Entertainment Weekly "Rich and memorable." --The New York Times Book Review "Wonder is the best kids' book of the year." --Slate.com "A glorious exploration of the nature of friendship, tenacity, fear, and most importantly, kindness." --The Huffington Post "Endearing, enduring Auggie and his family and friends will find a place in the hearts of readers and prompt reflection on how we treat others." --The Washington Post
Tells the story of Julian's Grandmére's childhood as she, a Jewish girl, was hidden by a family in a Nazi-occupied French village during World War II and how the boy she once shunned became her savior and best friend
Combines the story of ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and goes to school in Manhattan, with a collection of maxims gathered from such sources as songs, books, tombstones, and fortune cookies.
The story centers on a young boy with facial differences who navigates the challenges of starting school for the first time. It explores themes of acceptance, kindness, and the impact of bullying, as well as the perspectives of those around him, including family and friends. The narrative emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding in overcoming adversity, making it a heartwarming tale that resonates with readers of all ages.
Sara Blum lives an idyllic life. But her world comes crashing down when the Nazi occupation arrives in her small French town, separating her from her parents and forcing the young Jewish girl into hiding. Sara's classmate Julien and his family will risk everything to ensure her survival, and together, Sara and Julien manage to find beauty in a secret world of their creation. Originally published as a graphic novel, and featuring characters from the multi-million-copy-selling phenomenon Wonder, Sara and Julien's powerful, heartbreaking and timeless story is told here for the first time as a novel, and shows the power of kindness to change hearts, build bridges, and even save lives in the darkest of times.
WONDER tells the story of Auggie Pullman: an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, whose first year at school changed the lives and the perspectives of everyone around him. AUGGIE & ME is a new side to the WONDER story: three new chapters from three different characters - bully Julian, oldest friend Christopher and classmate Charlotte - giving an insight into how Auggie has touched their own lives. Thought-provoking, surprising, infuriating, heartbreaking and heartwarming, AUGGIE & ME is a must-read for the thousands of readers who loved WONDER.
