In Advocacy, we are continuing to read the book Wonder by R.J. Palacio. This powerful story follows a boy named Auggie Pullman, who was born with facial differences and is attending school for the first time. The book teaches many important themes, including kindness, empathy, inclusion, and courage. As we read a few pages each day, students are reflecting on how the characters treat one another and what it truly means to “choose kind.”

To connect the story to our classroom community, students are working on individual posters that highlight what makes them special and unique. We are focusing on celebrating our strengths, personalities, and positive qualities—just as Wonder reminds us to look beyond appearances and appreciate everyone’s inner beauty.

Later this week, we’ll continue our kindness project by adding compliments to each other’s posters. Each student will have the chance to write a thoughtful message to their classmates, sharing what they admire about them and why they are an important part of our class. This activity helps build a stronger sense of belonging and reminds us that, like Auggie, everyone deserves to be seen, valued, and accepted for who they are.