Friday, September 19, 2014

Choose Kind...

"When you have an opportunity to be right or be kind, choose kind", Wonder. RJ Palacio.  That's the buzz in our middle school since we started reading this life changing novel.  Meet Auggie Pulman, a 10 year old boy who was born with a rare genetic disorder that has caused him to have severe facial deformities.  Wonder has sparked the most thoughtful discussions in our Middle School. The kids are truly enjoying every minute of this novel.  Check out some of our reflections and words of encouragement to August from my class.



























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  1. UnknownSeptember 19, 2014 at 9:41 PM

    I'm so glad you are reading Wonder, it is one of my favorite. Unfortunately, I was not able to see any of the pictures you posted.

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  2. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerSeptember 20, 2014 at 9:46 AM

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  3. UnknownSeptember 20, 2014 at 1:45 PM

    Today I can see the pictures! I hope you all get a chance to read Julian's Chapter after. It is really interesting to see same story from a different perspective.

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  4. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerSeptember 20, 2014 at 4:09 PM

    They can't wait to read it too! We actually have it on our nooks. It came with the novel! 😊

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  5. UnknownSeptember 24, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    The 4th grade has a question for Michela: Why do your people only have one eye in your drawings? Also could you share the song Wonder with us? We are not familiar with it. Hannah read the book wonder and says it was fantastic!

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  6. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerSeptember 24, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    Hi fourth grade. This is Michela and Paul from eighth grade. In my picture the characters only have one eye. If you look at the cover of Wonder August is drawn with one eye. At the beginning of each part the characters are also drawn with one eye. P.S. We are looking for the link to Natalie Merchant's song Wonder.

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  7. UnknownSeptember 24, 2014 at 7:40 PM

    Hey Kyle-- what is the "cheese touch"?

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    1. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerSeptember 29, 2014 at 9:18 PM

      Hi Holly, the cheese touch is from the Diary of the Wimpy kids stories. It is like a game of don't touch a person because they have cooties. It's not a very nice game. Thanks for writing.

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    2. UnknownOctober 13, 2014 at 12:37 PM

      Thank you for the informative response!

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  8. SamC SmileSeptember 24, 2014 at 8:34 PM

    Dear Mrs Meyer's Class,
    I am so glad you are learning about all different kinds of people. We don't all look the same but we all want to be loved and respected for who we are. As a Pediatric Nurse, I have worked with many children with deformities. They are just like you on the inside. I think you must have a wonderful teacher that is helping you learn these lessons.
    Thanks you for your hard work on making the world a good place for everyone,
    Ms SueAnne Meyer Clark
    Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

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    1. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerSeptember 29, 2014 at 9:12 PM

      Thank you Mrs. Clark for your comment. We are learning so much about the main character's syndrome. The author says that it is something like Treacher Collins Syndrome. Sincerely, Mrs. Meyers Middle School students.

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  9. UnknownSeptember 24, 2014 at 8:45 PM

    I love the fact they come into my class still discussing the book and asking if they can continue to read. Jenn LaSorsa

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  10. UnknownSeptember 25, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    Michela, The 4th grade looked at the pictures in the book and we were wondering why you think the author drew them this way? We heard that Julian's story has two eyes. We thought that was interesting

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    1. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerSeptember 29, 2014 at 9:16 PM

      Hi fourth grade. That is a great question. The author said that the characters have only one eye to represent the struggles that each has seeing Auggie for who he really is. That includes Auggie too.

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  11. Susan FerranniniSeptember 26, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    Dear Mrs. Meyer's Class,

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful work and thoughts on what seems to be a novel worth reading. Love how you paired it with Natalie Merchant's song (she has been a long time favorite of mine). I think I may pick up a copy of the book for myself.

    Susan Ferrannini

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  12. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerSeptember 29, 2014 at 9:20 PM

    Hi Mrs. Ferraninni,
    Thank you for your comment. It's a great book! We definitely recommend that you read it. The song is perfect for it too! 😊

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  13. UnknownOctober 13, 2014 at 12:44 PM

    Hi Amanda! The words you wrote to August are very kind. Have you ever said something like that to a friend or fellow student when they were feeling sad about being different or bullied?

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    1. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerOctober 24, 2014 at 9:14 AM

      Hi this is Amanda, yes I have had the opportunity to say something kind to help friends. I am happy that I can be there to help my friends out when they`re feeling down.

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  14. UnknownNovember 11, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    Hi Middle School.... I am so proud of ALL of you! Your work is inspirational!! I know that this experience has made an impact on how you treat those around you. When you have a choice use kindness AND... love, joy, peace, patience, goodness,gentleness, faithfulness and self control!!

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    1. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerNovember 15, 2014 at 11:53 AM

      Thank you so much for commenting on our blog. We are still working on a special project for Wonder so stay tuned

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  15. Guide on the side...Barbara MeyerNovember 15, 2014 at 11:52 AM

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