Beneath its dragons and gold, The Hobbit is a book about friendship: about unlikely companions, quarrels forgiven, and the discovery that what makes a journey matter is the person beside us. A reading for the middle school classroom.
Walking Beside Bilbo: Insights on Friendship In The Hobbit for Middle School Readers Read Post »
Atticus Finch is remembered as a lawyer and a father—but he is, above all, a teacher. A character analysis of how he educates, and what he learns in return.
Atticus Finch: A Character Analysis Read Post »
For a lot of my students, the Greek gods arrive on a screen before they ever reach a book. Rather than fight that, I use it. Here’s how The Lightning Thief becomes a way into real mythology — every throwaway line about a god a door into the myth underneath.
The Myths Behind the Movie: Teaching with Percy Jackson Read Post »
Ignite your middle schoolers’ curiosity by turning their biggest questions into gateways for exploring Greek mythology. Transform myths into powerful tools for curiosity and critical thinking in your classroom!
Teaching Greek Mythology: Start with the Questions, Not the Gods Read Post »
Starting middle school feels like stepping into a grand adventure — full of new faces, challenges, and discoveries. In this post, explore inspiring quotes from The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter that invite 6th graders (and their teachers!) to embrace the year with wonder, courage, and connection.
“Someone to Share in an Adventure”: 3 Quotes to Open the School Year Read Post »
Exploring the myth of Iphigenia through Homer and Lucretius reveals contrasting views on religion—as sacred duty or dangerous superstition—inviting us to question the true role of faith in human justice and sacrifice.
The Sacrifice of Iphigenia: Between Faith and Superstition Read Post »
