February 26
Day 57
Basic Reading:
The Children of Húrin: Chapter 7: Of Mîm the Dwarf
*This chapter will be read over the course of four days, so read about one fourth of it today.
Supplementary Reading:
Background:
The Lost Road: Part Three, The Etymologies, opening section (Skim or read the rest of the section according to your interest. We will not return to it later.)
Enrichment Activities:
Maps:
Beleriand: Nargothrond, Doriath, South Road, River Teiglin, River Sirion
Character Cards: Mîm
Timeline: First Age 488
Discussion Questions:
1. Did Mîm’s sons abandon him?
2. Is Túrin justified in demanding shelter from Mîm?
3. Is Mîm trustworthy?