Fantasy Book Club: J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Return of the King"
In this 4 week Book Club, fantasy readers will dive into J.R.R. Tolkien and the final part of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy!
Elise Trudel Cedeño
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(57)
What's included
8 live meetings
12 in-class hoursClass Experience
Each week, students will meet with me, the teacher, at the weekly meeting time. Students will prepare for the meetings by completing assigned readings, journal activities, and other optional content. While optional, this content will assist students in their contextual and background knowledge of the story and will give them opportunities to bring other facts and ideas into the conversation. --Week 1: Book 1 Chapters 1-5 Topics: -The Muster of Rohan -Preparing for Battle -Saving Minas Tirith --Week 2: Book 1 Chapters 6-10 Topics: -The Battle of the Pelennor -The King Comes into his Own -The Houses of Healing --Week 3: Book 2 Chapters 1-5 Topics: -The Land of Shadow -Mount Doom -The Fields of Cormallen --Week 4: Book 2 Chapters 6-9 Topics: -The War is Won… Almost -The Journey Home -The Effects of War
Learning Goals
Students will be able to...
1. Describe how a story's plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution,
2. Pose and respond to specific questions with elaboration and detail,
3. Make comments that contribute to the topic, text, or issue under discussion.
Students will be able to use the reading skills and strategies taught in this club in their schoolwork. Students will also use their discussion skills and strategies to talk in-depth about their books, pose and answer questions, and lead discussions independently.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Possible fantastic violence and battle scenes, which might include some (lightly described) gore.
Supply List
Handouts, videos, and/or slideshows will be provided by the teacher. Students should have the following materials at home: 1. Journal (paper or digital) 2. Writing materials 3. Book: "The Lord of Rings: the Return of the King". -This text can be purchased online in a paper or eBook form. Students are also encouraged to borrow from their local library. --Note: If your local library is closed or does not have a physical copy of the text, you can also borrow an eBook version on Libby (https://www.overdrive.com/apps/libby/). 4. Access to Audible or YouTube for audio options is recommended but not required. 5. Available creative materials for the end-of-club project.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
57reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Massachusetts Teaching Certificate
My name is Ms. Elise, and I have been an English and Literacy teacher for eight years. I teach Reading classes for students as young as 2 years to 18 years old, and I specialize in divergent topics such as Fantasy Literature and Reading Skills and Strategies. I use pronouns she/her/hers, and all are welcome in my class.
I completed my Master of Arts Degree at Teacher's College, Columbia University in English Education, and I am earning a second Master of Arts Degree in English Language and Literature at Signum University. Before attending TC, I completed my Bachelor of Arts degree in English at Wagner College in Staten Island, NY.
In my spare time, I love to volunteer at animal shelters and take care of dogs, cats, and kittens! Otherwise, you will find me curled up on the couch with a book, or baking delicious pies! I can't wait to share my favorite stories with you!
Ask me about my Re-Enrollment discount!Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
90 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
2-6 learners per class
