Wonder

Content Warning: This section of the guide contains discussion of bullying and ableism.

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. How does the multiple-narrator structure affect your understanding of the story and its characters? What do you think of Palacio’s choice to give voice to different perspectives?

2. What were your initial expectations when starting this book? How does this book compare to other books that tackle themes of acceptance and friendship in a school setting, such as J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series or Soman Chainani’s The School for Good and Evil?

3. Which character’s perspective surprised you the most, and why? Did any particular viewpoint change how you initially viewed certain events?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. When have you witnessed someone choosing kindness over being right? What impact did that choice have? Should kindness always triumph? Why or why not?

2. People often stare at and judge Auggie because of his genetic condition. How do you handle situations where you feel like an outsider? What strategies from the book might be helpful?