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Compare and contrast Charlotte, Julian, and Christopher. How do these three characters grow throughout their stories?
While Auggie is not a main character, each of these stories show how he has impacted lives around them. How has he impacted Julian, Christopher, and Charlotte?
What does Julian’s narrative communicate about bullies and how they’re formed?
Each of these stories demonstrates the difference that small (or big) acts of kindness makes. Pick three acts of kindness from the text and explain the impact that they have.
The social dynamics of middle school are difficult for everyone. What do these stories show about what it’s like to navigate socially during this time?
There are quotes at the beginning of each character’s stories. Pick one of the stories and explain how it is significant to the story of that character.
How do adults interact with children in these three stories? How does the presence, interaction, or absence of adults impact the characters?
These three stories give background to three characters in Wonder. How does learning about these characters change the way they’re depicted in Wonder?
In addition to Julian, Christopher, and Charlotte, backstory for many additional characters is provided. Explain how a minor character’s story (such as Ximena, Grandmère, etc.) is connected to one of the themes of the novel.
There are many coincidences that occur throughout Auggie & Me for the young characters, due to their lack of knowledge. For example, Auggie and Christopher became close friends due to their parents’ friendships. What is Auggie & Me saying about the ways that lives are intertwined?
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