Books like Wonder

A young girl hides her inability to read by creating clever disruptions in every new school. But her new teacher sees the creative kid underneath the troublemaker, and helps her realize that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. With newfound confidence, Ally discovers there's a lot more to her - and everyone else - than just a label.

A heartwarming novel featuring seven students and their unique stories as they navigate fifth grade together. With a new and energetic teacher named Mr. Terupt, these students experience everything from bullying to fitting in, all the while learning important life lessons that will stay with them forever. When a winter accident changes everything, their teacher's impact on their lives is truly revealed.

A brilliant mind trapped in a body that won't cooperate. Melody, with cerebral palsy, cannot walk or talk, but has a photographic memory. Her classmates label her as mentally challenged, but Melody refuses to be defined by her disability. Follow her story as she proves them all wrong in a breakthrough novel that will change your view on disabilities forever.

This powerful book follows Rose Howard, a young girl who is obsessed with homonyms and struggles to connect with others due to her Asperger's diagnosis. When her beloved dog Rain goes missing during a storm, she must step out of her comfort zone to find him. Written from Rose's perspective, readers will be swept up in her journey to navigate a world that doesn't always understand her. This New York Times Bestseller is a touching tale of love, loss, and resilience that is sure to leave an impact.

A young Cuban-Jewish immigrant girl's American dream is derailed after a horrific car accident leaves her in a body cast and confined to her bed for a long recovery, in this poignant coming-of-age tale set in 1960s New York City. Through Ruthie's eyes, readers gain insight into the fragile nature of life and the power of community and the arts to heal even the worst of times.

A remarkable memoir about a boy who was born with a facial tumor the size of a tennis ball, twisted legs, and a new nose made from one of his toes. The memoir recounts his journey through bullying and adversity to overcoming societal expectations and thriving with disabilities. This inspiring and poignant story about resilience, courage and hope is perfect for fans of Wonder. Includes exclusive paperback content: introduction, photographs, and Q&A from the author.

A twelve-year-old genius obsessed with nature and medical diagnoses finds comfort in counting by 7s. When her parents tragically die in a car crash, Willow is left alone in a confusing world. Follow her journey as she navigates grief and finds a new surrogate family in this heartwarming and endearing tale.

After a fall, Chase can't remember anything about his life. He has to relearn everything, including his own name. Upon returning to school, he discovers that different kids have very different reactions to his return, and he must figure out who he was and who he wants to be. Restart is an emotional yet entertaining story about starting anew, written by the #1 bestselling author of Swindle and Slacker.

This award-winning novel follows Caitlin, a young girl with Asperger's who only sees the world in black and white. After losing her older brother in a school shooting, Caitlin searches for closure and discovers that life isn't so simple. This emotional and insightful book offers a powerful character study and touches on themes of grief and healing.

A touching story of survival and perseverance, this book recounts the author's experience spent months in a hospital at twelve years old, battling a severe case of polio and ultimately learning to walk again. A remarkable tale of courage and hope.