The Snow Spider - Session 6 - Reading Comprehension

In Session 6 of the 'The Snow Spider' reading comprehension, students delve into the complexities of interpersonal relationships and emotions. The session's questions guide students to explore the reasons behind Mr. & Mrs. Davis's visit to Gwyn's parents, which is rooted in a concerning incident involving their son Dewi. Students are prompted to consider Mr. Davis's skepticism towards Gwyn's account of events and to empathize with Gwyn's feelings of distress during the adults' conversation about the altercation.

The session further examines Gwyn's reaction to the tension, including his method for prompting the departure of Mr. & Mrs. Davis. Students also reflect on the unsettling shift in Gwyn's father's demeanor and the reasons for Gwyn seeking solace in confiding in Eirlys. The narrative touches on the mother's reluctance to have Eirlys in Bethan's room and her fear of both Arainwen and Eirlys, inviting students to think critically about the characters' motivations and fears. The session culminates with a challenge for students to concisely summarize the key points of Session 6 in no more than 50 words, encouraging brevity and comprehension skills.