Have you ever imagined what it would be like if every corner you turned someone stared, or even gasped when they saw you? Auggie Pullman, a ten-year old boy does. He struggles with going to school for the first time while also trying to fit in. In the end, even though Auggie was made fun of, his school experience was more positive than negative. Auggie’s school experience allowed him to make friends. “I looked up, a girl I never saw before was standing across from my table with a tray full of food.” (page 199). “Auggie looked at me smiling.” (page 185). His friends also stood up for him when he needed it the most. “Just leave them alone dude.” (page 267). How else was the experience positive? Auggie learned and experienced a great deal