“Greatness lies not in being strong, but in the right use of strength… He is the strongest whom carries up the most hearts by attraction of his own.”               -Mr.Tushman

Throughout his life, August wasn’t accepted. During his time at Beacher Prep, August finds people who would stand up for him and fight for him, even if it would put them in harm’s way. Jack Will used to only care about being popular. After Jack Will became August’s friend, he learned about humiliation and being treated like dirt. In the fight with the 7th Graders, August, Jack, Amos, and Miles fought them off. After the fight, everyone recognized August’s courage. Later, August becomes recognized and earns everyone’s respect. He was finally accepted and appreciated by other kids! All of August’s friends were lifted up. All of them didn’t care about what others might’ve thought about them because they were happy.

August inspired others, and even though he was labeled as different, he showed bravery and rose above the cruelty of others. He showed bravery, helpfulness, and kindness (Even to his enemies). This way, he carried up the hearts of others by his own attraction. He carried those hearts up because of what he was on the inside, not the outside. August is truly a wonder.

By: Afnaan