Making Connections

Overview

Good readers make connections between their experiences and the text, comparing and contrasting characters, ideas and events. Readers should be able to make meaningful personal connections between self, text, and the world around them. They should also be able to make connections between different texts.

Graphic Organizers

Instructional Strategies

Use anchor charts in your classroom to help students visualize textual connections.

Use text connection bookmarks or sticky notes to remind students to make connections as they read.