The Snow Spider - Session 3 - Character Analysis Mum

In Session 3 of "The Snow Spider," students engage in a reading activity focused on character analysis, specifically examining the character of Mum. The activity is designed to deepen their understanding of Mum's character through various tasks. Initially, students are asked to extract words and phrases directly from the text that depict Mum's physical appearance. This exercise helps them visualise the character and pay attention to the author's descriptive language. Following this, they move on to gather words and phrases from the text that convey Mum's manner of speaking and her behaviour, which provides insights into her personality and how she interacts with others.

With these descriptions in hand, the students then translate their understanding into a creative task where they draw a picture of Mum, integrating the details they've gathered about her appearance, behaviour, and speech. This artistic representation helps to consolidate their mental image of the character. Finally, students are encouraged to use their own words and expressions to describe Mum's personality, allowing them to synthesise the information from the text with their personal interpretation. Through this activity, students practice critical reading and analytical skills, as well as creative expression, as they delve into character study within the narrative of "The Snow Spider".