Hurricane Child Lesson Plan & Comprehension Packet Grade 8

Take your students on a deep, emotional journey through Hurricane Child by Kacen Callender with this rich comprehension packet designed to spark meaningful book discussions and critical thinking.

Readers will follow the brave and “unlucky” Caroline, navigating life on a small Caribbean island while uncovering the mystery of her missing mother and exploring themes of loneliness, identity, friendship, and self-acceptance.

This resource includes:
📖 Chapter-by-chapter comprehension questions to guide close reading
💬 Discussion prompts exploring deeper themes and character development
🧠 Vocabulary practice with key terms from the text

Perfect for book clubs, literature circles, or whole-class novel studies, this culturally rich and inclusive packet supports students in connecting with characters and themes that matter.

✅ Common Core-aligned
✅ Culturally affirming
✅ Student-centered and teacher-ready

Help your readers see their voices and identities reflected in literature—one powerful chapter at a time.

Jebeh Edmunds

$ 12.00

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