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Feeling like you fit in isn’t always easy, but for Auggie Pullman fitting in might just be impossible. Born with a facial deformity, Auggie didn’t go to a normal public school—until now. And if you haven’t already checked it out, we recommend you hop, skip, or ski to the library to pick up a copy of Wonder by R.J. Palacio to find out what Auggie learns about fitting in.
Ever wondered just what exactly your dog, cat, rabbit, or pet porcupine does when you’re not around? Try making up a story about your pet’s day. What did he see? What did she eat—a pillow, a crayon, a Pop-Tart? What in the world does she think about your books and the TV?
MakeBeliefsComix.com is a super cool website that lets you make your own comics—for free! Check out this crazy cast of characters and scenes and pick the ones you like best, then add some talk balloons and maybe some thought balloons and BAM! You’ve made yourself a comic.
On March 22, 2013, Second Story brought award-winning Indiana writer Frank Bill to Morristown High School, where he talked to students about life as a writer and the craft of storytelling. A few weeks earlier, a Second Story teaching artist … Continue reading
