's is set in modern-day New York City. The 2012 novel follows the life of August "Auggie" Pullman, a young boy with a facial deformity who, after being homeschooled, begins attending a traditional middle school for the first time. The book's message of inclusivity and kindness is one that all readers can appreciate. The story switches between perspectives, including Auggie, his sister Via, and their classmates. Auggie wants to be accepted as an ordinary kid, but many of his fifth-grade peers only see his deformity. He experiences bullying, particularly from his classmate, Julian, but even through ridicule, Auggie finds ways to be positive. This children's book resonates with fans of all ages. The story beautifully illuminates themes of acceptance, empathy, and resilience. Auggie's journey offers valuable lessons on the importance of being kind and looking beyond appearances to see what really matters.
Wonder's success has led to multiple spinoff books and a movie adaptation. These 30 quotes from the book show why so many readers cherish it.
The best Wonder quotes on life's challenges and triumphs
"Your deeds are like your monuments. Built with memories instead of stone."
"It's what you've done with your time, how you've chosen to spend your days, and whom you've touched this year. That, to me, is the greatest measure of success."
"The things we do outlast our mortality. The things we do are like monuments that people build to honor heroes after they've died."
"Some things you just can't explain. You don't even try. You don't know where to start. All your sentences would jumble up like a giant knot if you opened your mouth. Any words you used would come out wrong."
"Now that I look back, I don't know why I was so stressed about it all this time. Funny how sometimes you worry a lot about something and it turns out to be nothing."
"It's not a contest about whose days suck the most. The point is we all have to put up with the bad days."
The best Wonder quotes on understanding and empathy
"It's like people you see sometimes, and you can't imagine what it would be like to be that person, whether it's somebody in a wheelchair or somebody who can't talk. Only, I know that I'm that person to other people, maybe to every single person in that whole auditorium."
"I actually like how doctors talk. I like the sound of science. I like how words you don't understand explain things you can't understand."
The best Wonder quotes on concerns and questions
"Do people look the same when they go to heaven, mommy?"
