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War Quote by R.J. Palacio

“For a while, the “war” was all we talked about. February was when it was really at its worst. That’s when practically nobody was talking to us, and Julian had started leaving notes in our lockers. The notes to Jack were stupid, like: You stink, big cheese! and Nobody likes you anymore! I got notes…” quote by R.J. Palacio
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““For a while, the “war” was all we talked about. February was when it was really at its worst. That’s when practically nobody was talking to us, and Julian had started leaving notes in our lockers. The notes to Jack were stupid, like: You stink, big cheese! and Nobody likes you anymore! I got notes like: Freak! And another that said: Get out of our school, orc!””

R.J. Palacio

About This Quote

Source Book: Wonder by R.J. Palacio, 2012

A period of intense conflict isolates the narrator, leading to bullying and alienation, highlighting the pain of being misunderstood.

In simple terms: Conflict isolates and fuels bullying.

Key Takeaway

Seek empathy and support.

Themes

bullying isolation conflict adolescence

Mood

sad lonely reflective

Type

narrative personal

When to use this quote

  • school environment
  • online harassment
  • friendship building

Key Concepts

social dynamics psychological impact peer pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we create inclusive spaces?
  • What role does empathy play in stopping bullying?
A Different Perspective

Bullying often persists despite attempts to ignore it.

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