The Snow Spider - Session 4 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 4 of "The Snow Spider" Reading Comprehension, the students delve into understanding character motivations and expressions. They begin by interpreting what Alun means by describing Nain as 'a bit batty', which requires them to infer about Nain's eccentricities. The session then explores Alun's reasons for calling Gwyn a liar, challenging students to consider the dynamics of their relationship. The phrase 'heart's desire' is examined, prompting a discussion on figurative language and its significance in the text.

The session continues with an analysis of how Nain’s home environment reflects her personality, offering insights into her character through descriptive details. Students also contemplate why Nain harbours fear towards the broken horse, which may reveal deeper aspects of her past or superstitions. The emotional significance of Gwyn wearing Bethan’s scarf is explored, as well as the urgency behind Gwyn's rush to the Lloyd’s house, both of which contribute to the development of the plot and characters. Additionally, Gwyn’s plea for Alun to keep the Silver Ship a secret raises questions about trust and mystery in the story. The session concludes with a challenging task: summarising the session in no more than 50 words, encapsulating the key events and themes discussed.