We're All Wonders (KNOPF)

The unforgettable bestseller Wonder, soon to be a major motion picture, has inspired a nationwide movement to Choose Kind. Now parents and educators can introduce the importance of choosing kind to younger readers with this gorgeous picture book, featuring Auggie and Daisy on an original adventure, written and illustrated by R. J. Palacio.Over 6 million people have fallen in love with Wonder and have joined the movement to Choose Kind. Now younger readers can meet Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, and his beloved dog, Daisy.Countless fans have asked R. J. Palacio to write a book for younger readers. With We're All Wonders, she makes her picture-book debut as both author and artist, with a spare, powerful text and striking, richly imagined illustrations. Palacio shows readers what it's like to live in Auggie's world-a world in which he feels like any other kid, but he's not always seen that way.We're All Wonders may be Auggie's story, but it taps into every child's longing to belong, and to be seen for who they truly are. It's the perfect way for families and educators to talk about empathy and kindness with young children.Praise for Wonder:A #1 New York Times BestsellerA USA Today Top 100 BestsellerAn Indie BestsellerA Time Magazine 100 Best Young Adult Books of All Time SelectionA Washington Post Best Kids' BookA Parents Magazine Top 10 Book of the YearA New York Times Book Review Notable BookAn NPR Outstanding Backseat Book Club PickAn Entertainment Weekly 10 Great Kids' Books SelectionA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearA Booklist Editors' ChoiceAn E. B. White Read Aloud Award WinnerAn ALA Notable BookA Bank Street Best Book of the YearAn IRA-CBC Teachers' ChoiceA New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing SelectionA Christopher Award Winner"A beautiful, funny and sometimes sob-making story of quiet transformation." -The Wall Street Journal"A crackling page-turner filled with characters you can't help but root for." -Entertainment Weekly"Rich and memorable." -The New York Times Book Review"Wonder is the best kids' book of the year." -Slate.com"A glorious exploration of the nature of friendship, tenacity, fear, and most importantly, kindness." -The Huffington Post"Endearing, enduring Auggie and his family and friends will find a place in the hearts of readers and prompt reflection on how we treat others." -The Washington Post