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Going, Going, Gone! with the Pain and the Great One (The Pain and the Great One)
by
Judy Blume
THE PAIN AND the Great One are going places! In these new stories the kids are on the go—the Pain needs a trip to the emergency room; the family goes to the mall and not everyone stays together; the kids visit a county fair and want to ride the Super Slide; and a beach outing includes a boogie board. Lots more action and adventure for the dynamic duo who never stay still.
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Hardcover, 128 pages
Published
August 12th 2008
by Delacorte Books for Young Readers
(first published January 1st 2008)
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I have always been a tremendous fan of Judy Blume and was pleased to find this new series that was out about the Pain and the Great One. It's a great transitional novel for children looking for more advanced books than picture books. It is probably recommended for 1-3 grades. I love how the characters are two siblings who encounter everyday problems (fear of the ocean, wanting to go on carnival rides, etc.). Blume cleverly alternates point of view each chapter between the siblings and even touch...more
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IT WAS FUNNY-AWESOME.AND THE PAIN GETS A PUSSY WILLOW STUCK UP HIS NOSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...more
You know how people do things specifically because they think that's what they have to do to be a good parent? Despite the fact that the book was about a 1st grader and 3rd grader AND the font was big, I read every single page. I couldn't quite deal with the idea of releasing a Judy Blume book without being sure she didn't sneak in some sort of Are You There God, It's Me Margaret kind of thing :-)
She didn't. This was 7 short stories about a brother and sister who annoy each other but still love...more
She didn't. This was 7 short stories about a brother and sister who annoy each other but still love...more
First grader Jake (aka The Pain) and third grader Abigail (aka The Great One) are back in their third early chapter book. This time they are going places – to the beach, the county fair, the emergency room, the mall, and the Everglades. Whether it’s The Pain getting a pussywillow stuck in his nose or The Great One wearing her cowboy boots as protection from alligators, the stories are told with plenty of humor. Focusing on slice of life scenarios, Blume expertly captures the mix of affection and...more
Siblings, Jake (the Pain) and Abigail (the Great One) are at odds nearly constantly, in every activity that the family does, but when push comes to shove, they really do stand by each and stick up for one another. Full of zany, quirky characters and a sassy, irreverent dialogue, Going, Going, Gone1 with the Pain and the Great One is quintessential Judy Blume at its humorous best.
Jul 10, 2012
Dolly
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4 of 5 stars
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Recommends it for:
children starting to read chapter books
This is a funny and sweet story (actually, it's a collection of short stories) about sibling relationships at the ages of 6 and 8. That's perfect for our girls, and although the dynamic is different in our house (with two girls instead of a girl and a boy), the love, the fights, the protectiveness, the encouragements and the competitiveness are still very much the same in many respects.
We really enjoyed reading this book together and will look for more books in this series. I loved reading Judy...more
We really enjoyed reading this book together and will look for more books in this series. I loved reading Judy...more
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Dec 17, 2010
Jaclyn
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Not one of my favorite Judy Blume titles. I love the original picture book "The Pain and the Great One" but I have to agree with the kids in my 3rd & 4th grade discussion group; she should have stopped at the one story. This one just isn't that funny or memorable.
I listened to this with my kids in the car. My 5 and 6 year old boys both really enjoyed it. We've also listened to Friend or Fiend, from the same series, and recommend them for ages 5+. The story is just over an hour, so not too long.
A perfect read with the kids. The siblings are entertaining for all listeners, and the plot centered perfectly on those things that fill up our days (especially arguments).
pain is great ones younger brother and they call him pain because he is a pain. also the great one is mad because pain gets a wolf sirf board. i thought this was a great book.
It was a good book that had lots of little adventures in it and was very addicting once you read at least one page you can't stop!
Aug 23, 2011
AnnaMay
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It was so funny because of the funny adventures and messes they get themselves in!
Mar 21, 2011
Maggie
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I love this book because it's so funny. Of course it is, it's written by Judy Blume!
I like this author a lot. I liked how this book ended with the cat - it was humorus.
Cynthia read it to me! Laughed out loud together!
Funny, Brother and Sister relationship.
THIS BOOK IS AMAZING SO FAR!
after some unfinished attempts at some horrible paranormal...this is exactly what i needed
I liked Jakes mask.
We're really enjoying this book. The Pain is the same age as our grandson. Grandson and I can both identify with The Pain's troubles and antics. Great book. We'll definitely read others in the series.
Love the chapter at the end by the cat.
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Judy Blume spent her childhood in Elizabeth, New Jersey, making up stories inside her head. She has spent her adult years in many places doing the same thing, only now she writes her stories down on paper. Adults as well as children will recognize such Blume titles as: Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret; Blubber; Just as Long as We're Together; and the five book series about the irrepressible Fu...more
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