Wonder Lesson 4: Why I Didn't Go to School - Comprehension Worksheet 3

The English Teaching Resources available for 'Wonder' include a comprehension worksheet that delves into the protagonist August's perspective on attending school. The worksheet, aimed at enhancing students' understanding and analytical skills, presents a series of questions based on the text from pages 4-5 of the book. It prompts students to consider and articulate August's feelings about the prospect of starting school, a significant step for any child, but particularly poignant in August's case due to his unique challenges.

Additionally, the worksheet encourages students to interpret the term 'medical mysteries', likely in relation to August's own medical condition, and to reflect on the nature of his friendships, asking them to identify which friend they believe is the best for August and to justify their reasoning. It also invites students to ponder the difficulty of the decision faced by August's parents regarding his education, whether to send him to school or continue with home-schooling. To deepen their engagement with the character's experiences, students are tasked with writing a short diary entry as August, capturing his thoughts and emotions on the morning of his first day at school. This exercise not only bolsters comprehension but also fosters empathy and creative writing skills.