Wonderstruck Thesis

Wonderstruck is visually appealing as well as emotionally inviting. Middle school students, especially those who read graphic novels, will fall in love with this book. Rose’s story, told only through black-and-white illustrations, keeps the reader actively involved since the gaps must be filled in while the story unfolds. On the other hand, Ben’s story is told through words and keeps the reader wondering how the two stories intertwine. With themes such as longing to find acceptance, living with a disability, and dealing with the “loss” of a parent, today’s middle school student can easily relate to the same struggles as our two characters.
As a librarian, I would make sure the students were not turned away by the thickness of Wonderstruck