Is Auggie Pullman a real boy?

Is Auggie Pullman a real boy?

R.J. Palacio's 2012 book, "Wonder," tells the story of 10-year-old Auggie Pullman, a fictional boy with facial differences, and his experiences in everyday life dealing with the condition. The book was inspired by a real-life encounter Palacio had with a child who had a craniofacial disorder.

Is the book Wonder based on a true story?

No, 'Wonder' is not based on a true story. It is the official adaptation of the children's novel of the same name by Raquel Jaramillo, who published it under the pseudonym of R. J. Palacio. ... In the movie, Auggie suffers from Treacher Collins Syndrome, a genetic disease causing deformities to his facial features.

Does Treacher Collins hurt?

Symptoms of Treacher Collins syndrome can be mild or severe. It usually affects the cheekbones, jaws, eyes and ears. Your child may look different and may have problems with breathing, chewing, seeing, hearing or speaking.

Who is the real wonder boy?

Nathaniel Newman, a 15-year-old boy who has the same Treacher Collins syndrome as the main character Auggie, has a story that's just as compelling. And he has both his mom Magda and the film's popularity — plus his own indomitable spirit — to thank for the amazing transformations in his life.

What causes Treacher Collins syndrome?

Mutations in the TCOF1, POLR1C, or POLR1D gene can cause Treacher Collins syndrome. TCOF1 gene mutations are the most common cause of the disorder, accounting for 81 to 93 percent of all cases. POLR1C and POLR1D gene mutations cause an additional 2 percent of cases.

Why was Julian so mean to Auggie?

We learn that one cause of Julian's bad behavior is fear. He had nightmares as a small child, after seeing movies with scary faces—zombies, Voldemort in Harry Potter, Darth Sidious in Star Wars. Auggie's physical appearance makes the bad dreams come back. Julian says, “You can't control it.

What does Auggie Pullman have?

• The disease that Auggie Pullman has in Wonder is Treacher Collins syndrome, a genetic condition which can deform the face and cause severe health complications. Auggie has a severe form of this disorder.

How old is Auggie Pullman?

• August "Auggie". Pullman is a 10-year-old boy living in a brownstone in Brooklyn, New York, with his mother Isabel, father Nate, older sister Olivia "Via", and dog Daisy.

Who played Auggie Pullman?

• Palacio's novel — and the new movie based on it — tells the story of a young boy, Auggie Pullman (played by Jacob Tremblay), who has noticeable facial differences, as he enters mainstream school for the first time.