5th Grade Making Connections in Reading Lessons

Explore 5th Grade Making Connections in Reading Lessons

Making connections in reading represents a fundamental comprehension strategy that Grade 5 students must master to become proficient readers and critical thinkers. The presentation collections available through Wayground provide comprehensive concept explanation and visual learning resources that guide students through the essential process of linking their personal experiences, prior knowledge, and other texts to what they are currently reading. These structured instructional materials systematically develop students' ability to make text-to-self, text-to-text, and text-to-world connections, fostering deeper understanding and engagement with diverse reading materials while strengthening analytical thinking skills crucial for academic success. Wayground supports teachers with millions of teacher-created presentation resources specifically designed to enhance reading comprehension instruction and making connections strategies. The platform's robust search and filtering capabilities enable educators to quickly locate presentations aligned with curriculum standards and tailored to Grade 5 reading levels, while customization tools allow teachers to modify content based on individual student needs and classroom objectives. These digital-first presentation collections offer flexible delivery formats that accommodate various instructional approaches, supporting teachers in planning comprehensive lessons, providing targeted remediation for struggling readers, offering enrichment opportunities for advanced students, and reinforcing critical thinking skills through repeated practice with connection-making strategies across different texts and contexts.