Making Connections

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What is a text-to-text connection?

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A text-to-text connection is when a reader relates one text to another text they have read, finding similarities or themes between them.

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What is a text-to-self connection?

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A text-to-self connection is when a reader relates the text to their own personal experiences or feelings.

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What is a text-to-world connection?

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A text-to-world connection is when a reader relates the text to real-world events, situations, or issues.

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What is a text-to-media connection?

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A text-to-media connection is when a reader relates the text to other forms of media, such as movies, TV shows, or songs.

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Example of a text-to-text connection: 'This book reminds me of The Simpson's because...'

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This shows a connection between the book and a TV show, indicating a text-to-media connection.

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Example of a text-to-world connection: 'This book reminds me of World War II because...'

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This shows a connection between the book and a historical event, indicating a text-to-world connection.

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Example of a text-to-self connection: 'What does this remind me of in my life?'

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This question prompts the reader to think about their own experiences in relation to the text.

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Example of a text-to-text connection: 'That reminds me of the time I read about how chicken is good for you.'

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This shows a connection between the current text and another text about health.

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What type of connection is made when a reader feels a personal emotion while reading?

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This is a text-to-self connection.

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What type of connection is made when a reader compares a book to a movie they have seen?

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This is a text-to-media connection.