Social prejudices, bullying, family support, and self-acceptance are only some of the topics covered by R. J. Palacio’s novel Wonder and its movie adaptation. In today’s world people are constantly striving for perfection and anything that falls short is deemed often as undesirable and worthless. Unrealistic standards for external beauty dictated through the media are idealized by society and as a result inner beauty is far less valued. There is cruelty in this world aimed at people who are different because of their imperfections, and as a result many are discriminated against, rejected and hurt. R. J. Palacio raises her voice for those who deviate from the created image of the so-called normal appearance. This paper covers not only the life of August ‘Auggie’ Pullman, the main character of the novel, but also cases of young Nathaniel Newman and Katie Atkinson who express what it is like coping with the Treacher Collins syndrome. Analysis of these cases of craniofacial disorders, reveals the society’s prejudices, rejection, and bullying that make life very challenging for the child and the family that is frequently the only source of comfort and acceptance. Therefore, books and movies like Wonder are crucial in raising society’s awareness and support. To lift the stigma, society needs to be more educated about disorders and disabilities affecting children, so the wider community can focus not on the external appearance or imperfections but on meeting the person hidden within. Moreover, it is worth noting that various types of media encourage people with disorders to raise their voices and accept themselves as they are.