### 📅 Book of the Month – July 2025
Age Group: 12–15 Year Olds
Author: R.J. Palacio
First Published: 2012
Publisher: Corgi Children’s
Why We Chose This Book
Wonder is an unforgettable story about kindness, courage, and the power of choosing to do the right thing. Through the eyes of Auggie, a boy with a facial difference who is starting school for the first time, readers are taken on an emotional journey that is both heart-wrenching and uplifting.
It’s a powerful reminder that what we say and do matters — and that empathy can change everything. A brilliant conversation-starter for teens, Wonder encourages reflection without ever feeling heavy-handed.
Talking Points for Parents
- Kindness & courage: Discuss moments in the story where characters had to choose between fitting in and doing what’s right.
- Perspective: The story is told from multiple points of view — how does this change how we see each character?
- Belonging: Explore how Auggie’s experiences mirror real-life challenges of growing up and finding your place.
Next Month’s Pick: Look out for another standout story for this age group next month.