This summary and analysis PowerPoint for Wonder Chapters 113–124 (Appendix) offers deep insight into the novel’s emotional conclusion. With engaging pair and group work activities, this lesson celebrates Auggie’s transformation, graduation, and final precept while reinforcing SEL and literary skills through reflection, symbolism, and creative writing.
What’s Inside:
Section 1: Do Now Task
5 short-response comprehension questions with answer key
Helps students review key events and character decisions
Section 2: Warmer – “Caption This!” Graduation Photo Challenge
A creative and light-hearted task inviting students to write emotional or humorous captions for Auggie’s big moment
Encourages imagination and reflection on character growth
Section 3: Character Overview
Covers Auggie, Mr. Tushman, Mr. & Mrs. Pullman, Via, and Julian (off-screen)
Focus on closure, emotional development, and how kindness reshapes relationships
Section 4: Plot Timeline + Yearbook Superlatives Activity
Bullet-point summaries of all 12 chapters (Bear → Appendix)
Includes a fun writing extension where students assign awards like “Quietest Game-Changer” or “Kindness Champion”
Section 5: Themes & Ideas
Recognition & Self-Worth
Kindness as a Guiding Principle
Personal Growth & Acceptance
Family & Unconditional Love
New Beginnings
Section 6: Symbolism
The Henry Ward Beecher Medal, Mr. Tushman’s Speech, The Walk Home
Each symbol is unpacked to show deeper meaning and emotional closure
Section 7: Key Quotes Analysis
Features four powerful quotes from Auggie, Mom, Dad, and Mr. Tushman
Analysis focuses on empathy, identity, and legacy
Section 8: Final Task – “Standing Ovation” Acrostic Poem
Students write an original acrostic using the word WONDER to creatively summarize Auggie’s impact and core themes of the novel
Supports creativity, SEL, and synthesis of learning
Why Buy This Resource?
No Prep Required – Fully editable and classroom-ready
Student-Centered – Promotes reflection, creativity, and collaboration
Rich Literary Analysis – Covers character growth, theme evolution, symbolism, and emotional closure
Ideal for Novel Wrap-Up or Culminating Lessons – Celebrates the ending of Wonder while reinforcing ELA & SEL objectives
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