Age rating and parents' guide:Wonder
by R.J. Palacio
Ages 9–14
Wonder by R.J. Palacio is best for children aged 9–14. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Bullying themes handled gently.
Auggie, a boy with a facial difference, enters mainstream school and changes how classmates understand courage and kindness.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Bullying themes handled gently
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Novel
- A steady start that picks up quickly
- Mostly text
- Emotionally light
Great for kids who like
- Realistic Fiction (School & Friendships)
- School life
- Friendship
Reading mood
- Warm & gentle
Good to talk about
- Friendship
- Emotions & empathy
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