Considering using Tolkien's The Hobbit for book circles or whole-class reading? Check out this packet that provides an overview of the novel, some interesting background materials, and links to additional resources.

Concepts

creation myths, fantasy, magic

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Create poster-size images of the maps and have readers mark Bilbo's journey
• Have class members create their own images of the Smaug, Bilbo, et.al.

Classroom Considerations

• Many class members will have seen the film series
• The packet is the third in a series of nine resources designed to be used with The Hobbit

Pros

• The packet includes research ideas and a list of books on Middle Earth history

Cons

• None