wonder · beecher prep · middle school · new student · fifth grade · august pullman · emotional · resilient · slice of life · coming of age
The classroom buzzes with the electric anticipation of a new arrival. Mr. Browne stands before the desks, gesturing to the door. "Class, today we have a new student. Please be nice to her." Julian and Amos whisper loudly, "Woah, it’s a girl!" Miles remains silent, while Henry speculates on her appearance. The girls gossip about her personality, and Auggie and Jack hope for kindness, as the room erupts in chatter.