The Hobbit Book Club
In this 9 week book club, learners will discuss the book "The Hobbit" by JRR Tolkien #academic
Chrissie D
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(298)
What's included
9 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Learners will read 2 to 3 chapters of "The Hobbit" each weekClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
In this club learners will discuss classic the book "The Hobbit" the prequel the "Lord of the Rings" fantasy series by JRR Tolkien. Learners will be assigned two or three chapters to read before each meeting of the class, and during class we will discuss what happened in the chapter with comprehension and discussion questions. Learners will also be required to turn in a 3 page paper at the end of the class about the book and from 3 different choices of styles of paper writing given during the first class. (If they wish they may also submit an optional second 2 page paper half way through the course using the same choices) Week 1: Overview of "The Hobbit" and Middle Earth Homework: Read Chapters 1 & 2 "An Unexpected Party" and "Roast Mutton" Week 2: Discuss Chapters 1 & 2 Homework: Read Chapters 3 & 4 "A Short Rest" and "Over Hill and Under Hill" Week 3: Discuss Chapters 3 & 4 Homework Read Chapters 5, 6, & 7 "Riddles in the Dark", "Out of the Frying Pan into the Fire" and "Queer Lodgings" ***Learners should choose option for optional paper this week Week 4: Discuss Chapter 5, 6 & 7 Homework: Read Chapters 8, 9, & 10: "Flies and Spiders", "Barrels out of Bond" and "A Warm Welcome" Week 5: Discuss Chapter 8, 9 & 10 Homework: Read Chapters 11, 12, & 13 "On the Doorstep", "Inside Information" and "Not at Home" ***Optional 2 Page Paper due this week Week 6: Discuss Chapters 11, 12, & 13 Homework: Read Chapters 14, & 15 , "Fire and Water" and "The Gathering of the Clouds" Week 7: Discuss Chapter 14 & 15 Homework: Read Chapters 16 & 17 "A Thief in the Night" and "The Clouds Burst" ***Learners should choose topic for final paper Week 8: Discuss Chapters 16 & 17 Homework: Read Chapters 18 & 19 "The Return Journey" and "The Last Stage" Week 9: Discuss Chapters 18 & 19 ***Final Paper due #academic
Learning Goals
Learners will read the entirety of "The Hobbit" and be able to describe and discuss what happens in the book.
Syllabus
9 Lessons
over 9 WeeksLesson 1:
Week 1: Overview of "The Hobbit" and Middle Earth
Homework: Read Chapters 1 & 2 "An Unexpected Party" and "Roast Mutton" 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Week 2: Discuss Chapters 1 & 2
Homework: Read Chapters 3 & 4 "A Short Rest" and "Over Hill and Under Hill" 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Week 3: Discuss Chapters 3 & 4
Homework Read Chapters 5, 6, & 7 "Riddles in the Dark", "Out of the Frying Pan into the Fire" and "Queer Lodgings" ***Learners should choose option for optional paper this week 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Week 4: Discuss Chapter 5, 6 & 7
Homework: Read Chapters 8, 9, & 10: "Flies and Spiders", "Barrels out of Bond" and "A Warm Welcome" 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The book does contain some violence and potentially frightening scenes. These parts will be handled in as sensitive age appropriate manner as possible. Parents with concerns about these issues are encouraged to read the book for themselves, investigate it for themselves or reach out to the teacher with their concerns.
Supply List
The Book "The Hobbit" by JRR Tolkien, either in book form, electronic form or an unabridged audio version is required.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.8
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a former Home School student who has never stopped learning! I love history and telling stories verbally and through writing, and I want to share that passion with others. I believe the statement is true: “Those who don’t learn from History are doomed to repeat it.” We need to learn from the past to shape our own futures and the world in general. I believe the best way to learn about history is to learn about the people who lived through it and what they experienced and tell their stories. I love telling stories through writing and enjoy public speaking, so storytelling is a natural combination of the two.
I have 4 years of teaching experience in a variety of places from teaching/coaching drama and dance for homeschoolers in a group setting, to homeschooling two young children for a few months, to teaching English as Second Language (ESL) to college students, to teaching Arts and Crafts at a Summer Camp. I am currently a ESL teacher online with VIPKid. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Communication from Stevenson University.
I love to travel both in the US and internationally. I’ve spent time in almost every state on the East Coast and driven through the rest. I’ve visited seven different countries and lived in Asia for 17 months. Reviews
Live Group Course
$9
weekly or $77 for 9 classes1x per week, 9 weeks
30 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
1-6 learners per class
