THE HOBBIT MEGA BUNDLE: Intro, Close reading, Review, Test, Essays, Book writing
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"There is more in you of good than you know, child of the kindly West."
(from the last conversation between Thorin Oakenshield and Bilbo Baggins)
WHY "THE HOBBIT"?
"The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien is an extraordinary novel, and if you're here, you probably think so too. Not only does it offer a captivating, exciting, funny, and at times even touching story, but it also takes the reader on a real journey of growth, hand in hand with its protagonist, Bilbo Baggins. That's why it's always an exceptional read for middle and high school students!
Bilbo's adventure with the dwarves pushes him out of his comfort zone, introducing him to unexpected challenges. Through this journey, he learns courage and sacrifice; he gets to know himself deeper and finds true friends; eventually, he rediscovers the taste for everyday life. In short, he grows!
Engaging students with this novel provides a platform for their individual and group development, fostering growth as readers and individuals.
WHY THIS RESOURCE?
Are you considering having your students dive into The Hobbit and searching for the perfect resources to guide them through this enchanting novel?
Take a look at this rich bundle, that offers not just an analysis of a text, but a meaningful educational experience filled with reflective insights. This whole journey can take from 4 to 6 months or more, according to the type of work you want to do with your students.
Included in this resource:
1. GOOGLE SLIDES INTRODUCTORY PRESENTATION (11 pages), an engaging way to kick off your students' journey into the novel! With a simple yet impactful layout featuring captivating colors and designs, it covers:
- J.R.R. Tolkien (biographical details, major works)
- The Inklings group and their influence on Tolkien's life and writing
- Tolkien's love for mythology and its impact on The Hobbit
- Insights into hobbits and their traits (including an excerpt from Tolkien's interview where he compares himself to hobbits!)
And don't miss the fun rune activity included!
You can easily customize the presentation to suit your requirements or opt for a convenient PDF version. No prep!
2. CLOSE READING WORKSHEETS for each chapter (1-19), both printable and digital, featuring:
- Exercises for text comprehension at different difficulty levels to help students locate information within the text, analyze key elements, and grasp their meanings.
- Questions for text interpretation to assist students in contemplating the characters' psychological development, cause-and-effect relationships, main novel themes, and more.
- Vocabulary exercises to enhance lexical skills, differentiate between words, and practice specific vocabulary.
- Engaging creative writing tasks (at least one for each chapter) to inspire writing and lead students through crafting descriptions, summaries, personal writings, argumentative pieces, and reflective texts.
Answer keys provided for all the exercises. 140 pages total.
3. 19 CHAPTER-SPECIFIC CROSSWORD PUZZLES (40 pages), which not only enrich vocabulary but also reinforce crucial plot points. With answer keys provided for all 19 crosswords, they're completely no-prep. Just print and go!
4. GOOGLE SLIDES ACTIVITY FOR A NOVEL RECAP (25 pages), suitable for in-class work, tests, or homework assignments! It's editable and completely no prep!
The activity is divided into two sections:
- CHARACTERS KEY-WORDS: Consists of 14 pages dedicated to significant characters in the plot, each to be reviewed and summarized using five key words! The key words are fully customizable, depending on your needs. Covering plot, physical and psychological characteristics of the characters, locations, and events, it allows for both quick and thorough review, depending on the type of work you want to do.
- CHARACTERS COMPARE AND CONTRAST: Includes 6 pages for an activity (written, oral, in-class, homework... whichever you prefer!) to compare the most important characters in the story, highlighting similarities and differences for a comprehensive review. If needed, you can personalize this section by adding or removing pages and modifying the characters to be compared as you like: all the colorful and captivating images are available for creative use within the activity!
If you prefer a non-customized version, a convenient PDF format is also accessible in the Google folder.
5. END-OF-NOVEL TEST (11 pages), divided into multiple choice questions, open questions, and written production, so as to fully verify understanding of the text and challenge students with different types of quizzes. The test is completely no-prep, just print-and-go! However, if you need to adapt it to your needs, an editable version is also available in the Google folder. All answers keys are provided.
6. CREATIVE WRITING ACTIVITIES (8 pages) to review the contents addressed in the novel. Included in this resource:
- 4 essay writing prompts to be assigned as essays in class or as homework. These creative prompts are designed to focus on the key themes of the novel and help students engage with them to draft personal and meaningful pieces.
- 2 collaborative book-writing prompts: a fresh and captivating proposal for creating a class book that engages every student in the writing, editing, and revising stages. Practical indications are provided for the teacher, along with two possible paths to follow in writing the book, both inspired by "The Hobbit".
This material is of high quality, aligns with ELA standards, and offers both print-and-go and digital options, ensuring readiness for any teaching situation. With no prep required, you can fully enjoy the journey with your students through this amazing read!
Please take a closer look at the PREVIEWS for more details.
Thank you, and happy teaching!
- Chiara
