This comprehensive middle school language arts unit uses The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien to develop essential literacy skills while exploring themes of adventure, courage, and personal growth. Designed for students in grades 6–8, the unit integrates reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary into one cohesive curriculum.
What’s Included:
Structured reading schedule with discussion questions to support literary analysis and critical thinking
Annotation instruction to help students engage with the text and build comprehension
Oral and written narration activities that strengthen memory, sequencing, and communication
Sentence- and paragraph-level writing instruction using The Writing Revolution strategies
Dictation and vocabulary exercises to improve language fluency, spelling, and grammar
Quote journaling to encourage deeper reflection and personal engagement with the story
This unit provides all necessary teaching tools—ready-to-use printables, a suggested schedule, and teacher guidance—making it easy to implement while supporting middle school language development.
