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Descriptive Writing - The Hobbit

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Hobbits, dwarfs, wizards, trolls, and goblins. Readers track these fantastic creatures through J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit noting passages of character description and  scenery changes. Using specific passages from the novel, class members craft a descriptive essay so that readers can easily understand each of the characters. Consider having them select different characters and develop an illustrated guide to their character.

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the hobbit, j.r.r. tolkien, the lord of the rings

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Narrative Writing, descriptive writing, j.r.r. tolkien, the hobbit, ccss.ela-literacy.w.11-12.3, english language arts
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11th - Higher Ed
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English Language Arts
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