Quotes from R.J. Palacio, Wonder

I actually like how doctors talk. I like the sound of science. I like how words you don't understand explain things you can't understand.

Sometimes I think my head is so big because it is so full of dreams

Courage. Kindness. Friendship. Character. These are the qualities that define us as human beings, and propel us, on occasion, to greatness.

So I just went over and sat with him. Not a biggie. I wish people would stop trying to turn it into something more. He's just a kid. The weirdest-looking kid I've ever seen, yes. But just a kid.