The Wonder: questions to ask and activities to try
A boy's head is full of wonder, but everyone tells him to stop daydreaming. The Wonder is a beautiful picture book about imagination finding its place.
What age is it for? The Wonder is best for ages 4–8. Good for: A daydreaming child whose imagination is a gift.
The Wonder (Faye Hanson)
- Age
- 4-8
- Best for
- A daydreaming child whose imagination is a gift
Look closely at the daydream pictures. Talk about where your child's imagination fits best.
What it helps with
- Daydreaming and imagination
- Creativity
- Being told off for being yourself
- Finding where you shine
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “What was the boy daydreaming about?”
- “Who told him off?”
- “How did he feel?”
- “What happened in art class?”
- “Where does your imagination fit?”
- “What do you daydream about?”
5-minute activities to try together
Daydream art
Draw your best daydream.
Wonder walk
Go for a walk and imagine what ordinary things could become.
Free printables: The Wonder worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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If your child liked this, try
The Dot (Peter H. Reynolds)
- Best for
- Children who say 'I can't' before they've tried
- Age
- 4-8
Milo Imagines the World (Matt de la Peña and Christian Robinson)
- Best for
- Imagining other people's lives, and not judging by looks
- Age
- 4-8
Katie's Picture Show (James Mayhew)
- Best for
- A first visit to an art gallery
- Age
- 3-7
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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