Understand how symbols can be used to add meaning to a film:
Masks:
Auggie frequently wore an astronaut helmet in the past, and also wears a "Scream" mask on Halloween. Auggie received a astronaut helmet by Via's friend; Via. Since then Auggie has always loved the Astronaut helmet, it's special to him because it separates him from the real world and into his own world, therefore Auggie likes outer space, he also like the helmet because it covers his face and no one can see him and recognise him.
Halloween is Auggie's favourite day of the year, because he gets to dress up and go to school with a mask covering his face so other students dont recognise him, also so people doesn't stop and stare at him or try to avoid him because his face is covered.
Shoes:
Auggie mentions shoes a number of times in the film. This shows that he spends a lot of time looking down, not making eye contact. This is probably because he is self-conscious and doesn't want to see the reactions people will have to his face. This is also Auggie's first time going to school, Auggie does walk often staring down because he's scared about what other people might think and say about how he looks.
The Padawan Braid:
The Padawan braid was a symbol worn in the hair or head that marked the rank of a Jedi Padawan. When a Padawan was declared Jedi Knight after passing the trials, the braid was shed. If a Padawan was expelled from the Jedi Order, the braid was ripped off. Therefore Auggie cutting his braid off symbolises personal growth and a clear transition from one part of his life (homeschooling) to another (real school).
Halloween is Auggie's favourite day of the year, because he gets to dress up and go to school with a mask covering his face so other students dont recognise him, also so people doesn't stop and stare at him or try to avoid him because his face is covered.
Shoes:
Auggie mentions shoes a number of times in the film. This shows that he spends a lot of time looking down, not making eye contact. This is probably because he is self-conscious and doesn't want to see the reactions people will have to his face. This is also Auggie's first time going to school, Auggie does walk often staring down because he's scared about what other people might think and say about how he looks.
The Padawan Braid:
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