The Snow Spider - Session 1 - Character Analysis Nain and Gwyn

In the first session of 'The Snow Spider', students are introduced to the art of character analysis through a reading activity that focuses on two central characters: Nain and Gwyn. The activity is designed to help students delve deeper into the narrative by examining the characters' appearances and personalities. To begin with, they are asked to extract words and phrases directly from the text that detail Nain's physical characteristics. This exploration continues as students seek out descriptive language within the text that illuminates how Nain communicates and conducts herself, providing insight into her behavior and mannerisms. Following this textual investigation, students are encouraged to engage their artistic side by drawing a picture of Nain, using the gathered descriptions as a guide to capture her likeness accurately.

Similarly, the character analysis extends to Gwyn, where students again search the text for descriptive cues that paint a picture of his appearance. They are tasked with identifying and noting down how Gwyn interacts and expresses himself, piecing together his behavioral traits from the narrative's clues. With these descriptions at hand, students are prompted to create a visual representation of Gwyn, translating the written word into a personal illustration. To round off the activity, students employ their own interpretive skills to describe Gwyn's personality in their own words, synthesizing their understanding of the character into a unique and personal description that reflects their engagement with the text.