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Wonder


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Published: 2022

Great for age 9-12 years

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August Pullman was born with a facial difference and has been home-schooled all his life. When he starts attending a mainstream school for the first time, he must learn to navigate friendships, kindness and cruelty. Wonder is a moving story about empathy, acceptance and the power of choosing to be kind.

 

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 9 years.

This book was published in 2022 by Penguin Random House Children's UK .

R. J. Palacio lives in New York City with her family and a black dog called Bear. Her critically acclaimed debut novel, WONDER, has sold 5 million copies worldwide.

 

This book has been nominated for the following awards:

Hampshire Book Award
The Hampshire Book Award is an annual literary award that celebrates outstanding children's and young adult literature. Established to promote reading among young people in Hampshire, England, the award aims to encourage a love of books and highlight the importance of literature in education and personal development. The award primarily focuses on young readers aged 11 to 16 years. It aims to engage this age group by recognizing books that resonate with their experiences, interests, and concerns. A panel of judges reviews submissions to create a shortlist of nominated books. Young readers in participating schools and libraries are invited to read the nominated books and vote for their favourites.

Carnegie Medal
This book was recognised by the Carnegie Award. The CILIP Carnegie Medal is awarded by children’s librarians for an outstanding book written in English for children and young people.

Wandsworth Schools Fabulous Book Award
This book was recognised by the Wandsworth Schools Fabulous Book Award.

UKLA Book Award
This book was recognised by the UKLA Book Award.

Golden Dragon Hong Kong Award
This book was recognised by the Golden Dragon Hong Kong Award.

Berkshire Book Award
This book was recognised by the Berkshire Book Award.