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Originally Posted by MauiGirl  Lisa, thank you for this post full of very meaningful quotes. I love them all, and the whole concept of "Chose Kind" and Be Kind is something that one would think should be the first response in any situation.
We can never underestimate the power of positive thoughts, words and actions, and it should not take much effort to go in that direction. |
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Originally Posted by GracieJane Thank you for taking the time to write this post. I have read every word of this thread and Wonder AND The Julian Chapter and could not have put this together anywhere near this fluently. Some of the same quotes are posted in my classroom, and there is great wisdom in each one.
It just helps to speak the truth in love. Still working on that. . . |
Thank you both for your kindness. It's such a beautiful story with a very important message for people of all ages, and it was a quick and enjoyable read. I needed to read the Julian story afterwards to try to understand Julian and his mom. I found her attitude horrible. I love how his grandmother's story affected him so powerfully. I will definitely be sharing this novel's themes with my students. I'm going to buy the newest book relating to Wonder. I've downloaded a sample on my IPad and Kindle and have been excited about it. I love the idea of precepts with my students.
When I read Wonder, I kept thinking of Ann (Wylie's Mom). The character of Summer reminded me of her because of her kindness. Ann should know what a huge compliment that is!
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