Making Connections

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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 content of a text to their own personal experiences or feelings.

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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 the content of a text to another text they have read.

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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 content of a text to real-world events, situations, or issues.

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Example of a Text-to-Self connection.

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Ben reading about Hispanic culture and thinking of his friend Robby and his family's food.

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Example of a Text-to-Text connection.

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Anthony noticing the main character in a story is tough, similar to a character from a book he read yesterday.

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Example of a Text-to-World connection.

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A story about climate change that reminds the reader of current environmental issues.

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Why are connections important in reading?

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Connections help readers engage with the text, enhance comprehension, and make the reading experience more meaningful.

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How can making connections improve comprehension?

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Making connections allows readers to relate new information to what they already know, facilitating better understanding and retention.

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What type of connection is made when a character's traits remind you of someone you know?

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Text-to-Self connection.

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What type of connection is made when you compare two different books?

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Text-to-Text connection.