Novel Study: Wonder: Discussion Guide #3

Encourage critical thinking and literacy skills with these discussion questions as students read part 4 of R.J. Palacio’s Wonder. Geared toward fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade readers, this discussion guide focuses on the chapters "The Call" through "The Boyfriend," corresponding to pages 133–185 in the novel's 2017 hardcopy Random House edition. With the guidance of several in-depth comprehension, analysis, and connection questions, readers will examine Jack’s point of view of the events described in the book and compare it to August’s version of events. Then, students will analyze the new plot points and consider the role of friendship in middle school.

Whether used to spark a classroom discussion or as individual writing prompts, these thought-provoking questions are an engaging way to help learners review essential reading comprehension skills. Click “View answer key” to see sample student responses and context.

For more resources related to the novel, don't miss the full set of Wonder  worksheets!