Wonder by R.J. Palacio

August Pullman was born with a facial deformity that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid—but his new classmates can’t get past Auggie’s extraordinary face.

I started to read this right after watching the viral video on YouTube that shows 10 minutes of a group of 7th grade boys savagely taunting a 68 yr. old bus monitor. I was feeling depressed wondering how we as a society have reached this point in which children treat an elderly woman with such unfathomable maliciousness without any remorse.

Then I read this book and it touched me so. I think it is one of the best books I have ever read. I think every child should read it. I do hope this wins the Newbery this year. Although it is only June, I can't imagine there will be another book in the next 6 months that could make me change my mind. Absolutely beautifully written. Absolutely touching.

"For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world." —1 John 5:4, King James Bible

What Am I Reading?

Ok, these are the current books I have on my nightstand! I am going to power through them! They are all getting "buzz" on all the Newbery blogs. So, we will see...and I will let you know!