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How To Face Challenges In R. J. Palacio's Wonder
Trying to make friends is hard enough when being new, but add to that a facial deformity it's extremely hard. Wonder, by R.J. Palacio tells an extraordinary story of a boy named August and Auggie for short, has to face the challenges that many kids will never have to be put through. Auggie has always been used to strange looks from people, but has never has face those people head on. Auggie has always been homeschooled until 5th grade when he goes to a Beecher Prep. Auggie has to face bullies and a whole new atmosphere. Auggie faced many challenges, but in the end prove to be stronger than he ever

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