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TEACHING THE HERO’S JOURNEY: Studying The Hobbit for Middle School ELA [Ep 257]
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Let’s be honest—The Hobbit isn’t always a crowd-pleaser in middle school, but in this episode, we’re sharing how to turn it into a powerful, skills-based exploration of the hero’s journey. We dive into using essential questions, shifting focus from content to critical thinking, and using tools like our favorite evidence tracker to make Bilbo’s transformation come alive. Plus, we chat about modern pairings and why it’s okay if your students don’t read every page. This one’s all about making fantasy feel relevant, engaging, and fun—for you and your students.
Resources:
Related Episodes:
- Episode 85, Teaching Novels When Kids Don’t Read at Home Part 1
- Episode 86, Teaching Novels When Kids Don’t Read at Home Part 2
- Episode 243, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Unit Possibilities
- Episode 244, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Essential Question Possibilities for The Poet X
- Episode 245, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Gateway Activity Ideas
- Episode 246, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Supplemental and Alternative Text Ideas
- Episode 247, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Assessments
- Episode 256, Teaching the Hero’s Journey: Do’s and Dont’s of Unit Design
SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode257
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TEACHING THE HERO’S JOURNEY: Studying The Hobbit for Middle School ELA [Ep 257]
Brave New Teaching: A Podcast for High School and Middle School Teachers
Manage episode 481353708 series 3323787
Let’s be honest—The Hobbit isn’t always a crowd-pleaser in middle school, but in this episode, we’re sharing how to turn it into a powerful, skills-based exploration of the hero’s journey. We dive into using essential questions, shifting focus from content to critical thinking, and using tools like our favorite evidence tracker to make Bilbo’s transformation come alive. Plus, we chat about modern pairings and why it’s okay if your students don’t read every page. This one’s all about making fantasy feel relevant, engaging, and fun—for you and your students.
Resources:
Related Episodes:
- Episode 85, Teaching Novels When Kids Don’t Read at Home Part 1
- Episode 86, Teaching Novels When Kids Don’t Read at Home Part 2
- Episode 243, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Unit Possibilities
- Episode 244, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Essential Question Possibilities for The Poet X
- Episode 245, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Gateway Activity Ideas
- Episode 246, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Supplemental and Alternative Text Ideas
- Episode 247, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Assessments
- Episode 256, Teaching the Hero’s Journey: Do’s and Dont’s of Unit Design
SHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode257
"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"
Ready to make your summer reading program awesome? Head to bravenewteaching.com/summerreading
📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩💻
366 episodes
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