Skill: Making Connections

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What is 'Text-to-Self' connection?

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A 'Text-to-Self' connection is when a reader relates a personal experience or feeling to a story they are reading.

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What is 'Text-to-Text' connection?

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A 'Text-to-Text' connection is when a reader relates the content of one text to another text they have read.

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What is 'Text-to-World' connection?

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A 'Text-to-World' connection is when a reader relates the events or themes of a text to real-world issues or events.

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Why is making connections important in reading?

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Making connections helps readers understand and engage with the text on a deeper level, enhancing comprehension and retention.

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Give an example of a 'Text-to-Self' connection.

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When reading about a character who is sad, a reader might think about a time they felt sad.

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Give an example of a 'Text-to-Text' connection.

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When reading a book about friendship, a reader might recall another book they read that also discusses friendship.

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Give an example of a 'Text-to-World' connection.

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When reading about a natural disaster in a story, a reader might think about real-life disasters they have seen in the news.

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What does it mean to 'speak up' in a story context?

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To 'speak up' means to express one's thoughts or feelings, especially when something seems unfair or wrong.

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How can personal experiences influence reading comprehension?

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Personal experiences can help readers relate to characters and situations, making the story more meaningful and easier to understand.

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What is an example of a theme that might connect to 'Text-to-World'?

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Themes like injustice, poverty, or family dynamics can connect to real-world issues.