The Explorer - Session 19 - Reading Comprehension

In "The Explorer" reading comprehension session focused on tarantulas, students are presented with a series of questions to test their understanding of the chapter's events and the characters' reactions. Initially, the children display frustration with Fred for reasons that are explored in the text. The mysterious explorer's apparent disregard for the children raises questions about his motivations, leading to an inquiry into why he eventually chooses to assist them. The children's varied responses to the prospect of consuming tarantulas are examined, with some expressing disgust, others showing cautious interest, and one experiencing sheer excitement.

The explorer's reference to his own child provides a moment of insight into his past, while practical knowledge about tarantula preparation is tested with a question about how to determine when the spider is cooked. Con's decision to try a piece of the tarantula prompts students to consider the character's reasoning. Finally, the session culminates in a challenge to succinctly summarize the "Tarantulas" chapter in no more than 50 words, encouraging students to distil the essence of the reading material and demonstrate their comprehension skills.