THE PAIN & THE GREAT ONE by Judy Blume READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES

The Pain and the Great One is a children’s book written by Judy Blume. It tells the story of two siblings, a sister known as “The Great One” and a brother known as “The Pain.” The book explores their relationship, highlighting their differences, sibling rivalry, and love for each other. It’s a great book for teaching children about sibling dynamics, empathy, and understanding.

Teaching Objectives:

1. To help students understand the different perspectives and experiences of siblings.
2. To develop empathy and understanding towards siblings and family members.
3. To enhance reading comprehension skills through discussion and activities.
4. To encourage creative thinking and expression through related activities.

This reading comprehension unit contains short answer questions (10), as well as writing prompts. These can be used after reading the book or as an assessment after reading and discussing this book with the class.

By implementing this teaching plan, students will not only improve their reading comprehension skills but also gain insights into sibling dynamics and develop empathy towards their own siblings or family members. The activities provide opportunities for creative expression and encourage students to reflect on their own experiences.