the special qualities that make a character in a story unique and interesting

refers to the point-of-view or position from which the reader reads, influencing the way events or ideas are portrayed and understood

how a text relates to a reader, another text or the wider world

a suggestion for a text that is well-suited to a reader’s age and their interests

Developing responses to 'Wonder' through rich discussions

English

In 'Wonder’, pupils considered the opinions of the narrative form the author has chosen.

In 'Front Desk’, pupils developed a personal response to a book. In ’Wonder’, pupils will consider different perspectives and also develop their own personal response to the book.

'Wonder': book club

Discriminatory behaviour or images, whether on the grounds of race, gender, disability, religion or belief or sexual orientation, or otherwise.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction of scary, confusing or unsettling events or characters placed in danger, including creation of a scary atmosphere through the use of music and sound.

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

the point-of-view or position from which the reader reads

a suggestion for a text that is well-suited to a reader’s interests

True or False? August's parents are worried about him starting middle school.

Match the following characters to their relationship with August.

Which of the following are character traits shown by Via?

Via’s friend Miranda has always been friendly towards August.

Via doesn’t understand why her parents cannot spend time with her.

Initially, Via does not want August to come to her play.

a suggestion for a text that is well-suited to a reader’s age and interests.

a short promotional description of a text, located on the back cover.

the person or character who is telling the story.

Who is the illustrator of the front cover and interior illustrations?

Whose perspectives does the reader read from? Select two.

Match the following character traits to the character that shows them.

What is the name of August's English teacher?

True or False? August ends the text unhappy.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Developing responses to 'Wonder' through rich discussions

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.