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One Ring to Rule Them All
Students continue to read Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. In groups, they analyze the different metaphysical aspects of the ring and discuss the characters use of power in the story. As a class, they examine Frodo's reasoning for wanting...
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Introducing Tolkien and His Words
Students identify and describe the types of narratives that made Tolkien the writer he was. In groups, they examine different myths and folktale motifs. They discuss what Tolkien meant by "faerie" and "eucatastrophe." As a class, they...
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Tolkien's Moral Universe
Students analyze the landscape used in Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings". In groups, they discuss how Tolkien developed Elrond's promise and develop a case assuming Tolkien rejected "Manichaean dualism". They also compare and contrast the...
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Tolkien Search
In this literature worksheet, students find the words related to the author Tolkien and the answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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Read Write Think: j.r.r. Tolkien Classroom Activity
As part of a unit on J.R.R. Tolkien (John Ronald Reuel Tolkien) and his works, this classroom activity provides a brief classroom project and includes lesson plan ideas, web links, and additional texts.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien
A brief biography of Tolkien, followed by an explanation of his major works. Theme and literary influence are discussed.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: J. R. R. Tolkien
Have you ever read any of J. R. R. Tolkien's work? Check out this site to learn more about Tolkien and his writings. This resource features lesson plans for "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings."
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The Mythopoeic Society
The official website for the Mythopoeic Society, founded in 1967. Includes study and education concerning modern and classical fantasy and mythical literature, especially that of Lewis, Tolkien, and Williams.
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The Tolkien Trail
"The Tolkien Trail" includes fantastic information, games, and discussion about the magical world created by the late author. Through clicking on the links, you may visit many of the places in Tolkien's masterpiece The Lord of the Rings.
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Alex: Riddles in the Dark
Riddles can be challenging to solve and even more challenging to write. After reading the riddles used by Gollum to try to ensnare Bilbo in chapter five of Tolkien's The Hobbit and those used by Bilbo to outwit Gollum, learners use their...
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Alex: Thinking Hobbit
This is an introductory lesson designed to stimulate student interest in reading The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. The lesson familiarizes young scholars with the physical traits and social codes used to guide hobbit behavior, and then looks...
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The Encyclopedia of Arda
All things Tolkein are covered here. Includes a movie-goer's guide and entries for all characters and locations in Tolkein's works.
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Harper Collins: J. R. R. Tolkien Books & Biography
This brief biography takes Tolkien through his early years to his marriage and professorship at Leeds and Oxford and his telling stories to his children that would later become the novels so loved by the rest of the world. Also has a...
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Slide Show
Explore the world of J.R.R. Tolkien in your classroom with interdisciplinary lessons for grades 6-12.