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The Hobbit Book Club
Chrissie D
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In this 9 week book club, learners will discuss the book "The Hobbit" by JRR Tolkien #academic
Class 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...
9 lessons//9 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Week 1: Overview of "The Hobbit" and Middle EarthHomework: Read Chapters 1 & 2 "An Unexpected Party" and "Roast Mutton"Week 2Lesson 2Week 2: Discuss Chapters 1 & 2Homework: Read Chapters 3 & 4 "A Short Rest" and "Over Hill and Under Hill"Week 3Lesson 3Week 3: Discuss Chapters 3 & 4Homework 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 weekWeek 4Lesson 4Week 4: Discuss Chapter 5, 6 & 7Homework: Read Chapters 8, 9, & 10: "Flies and Spiders", "Barrels out of Bond" and "A Warm Welcome"Week 5Lesson 5Week 5: Discuss Chapter 8, 9 & 10Homework: Read Chapters 11, 12, & 13 "On the Doorstep", "Inside Information" and "Not at Home" ***Optional 2 Page Paper due this weekWeek 6Lesson 6Week 6: Discuss Chapters 11, 12, & 13Homework: Read Chapters 14, & 15 , "Fire and Water" and "The Gathering of the Clouds"Week 7Lesson 7Week 7: Discuss Chapter 14 & 15Homework: Read Chapters 16 & 17 "A Thief in the Night" and "The Clouds Burst" ***Learners should choose topic for final paperWeek 8Lesson 8Week 8: Discuss Chapters 16 & 17Homework: Read Chapters 18 & 19 "The Return Journey" and "The Last Stage"Week 9Lesson 9Week 9: Discuss Chapters 18 & 19***Final Paper due
- Learners will read the entirety of "The Hobbit" and be able to describe and discuss what happens in the book.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Learners will read 2 to 3 chapters of "The Hobbit" each week
The Book "The Hobbit" by JRR Tolkien, either in book form, electronic form or an unabridged audio version is required.
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.
Joined March, 2020
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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...
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Group Class
$9
weekly or $77 for 9 classes1x per week, 9 weeks
30 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
1-6 learners per class
