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I Want To Attend School In R. J. Palacio's Wonder?

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R.J. Palacios’ novel, Wonder (2012) follows the story of August Pullman, a young boy who is attending school for the first time. Auggie was born with a facial deformity coupled with a severe cleft palate. As a result of needing numerous surgeries as a young child Auggie had not attended regular school until he was in grade five. The story contains sections that are narrated by Auggie, his friends, his sister, and her boyfriend. Auggie’s grade five year is filled with many challenges.
At the beginning of the novel Auggie does not want to attend school, but instead insists on being homeschooled for another year. Despite his reservations, Auggie’s decides to begin school in the fall and takes a tour of the school. Three Beecher Prep students

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