The Snow Spider - Session 5 - Explain

In Session 5 of "The Snow Spider" teaching resource, students are tasked with an exercise that encourages them to delve into the text and extract evidence supporting the idea that the character Gwyn possesses magical abilities. This exercise is designed to develop the students' analytical and comprehension skills by having them reference specific details from the earlier sections of the book. It prompts critical thinking as they must not only identify but also explain the clues that indicate Gwyn's role as a magician.

The session begins with a clear instruction to use information from the start of the book, which means that students must reflect on their reading and recall relevant details. They are provided with a sentence starter, "I know that Gwyn is a magician because," to help structure their response. This focused activity not only reinforces their understanding of the narrative but also allows them to practice expressing their thoughts in a coherent manner. The students are expected to write their findings and explanations under this prompt, thereby demonstrating their ability to interpret the text and justify their reasoning with evidence.