π Topic Summary
Making text-to-self connections means finding ways that a story or book relates to your own life. It's like saying, "Hey, this character feels the same way I did when..." or "This reminds me of when I..." These connections help you understand the story better and make it more interesting! When you read, think about times you've felt the same, done something similar, or been in a comparable situation.
For instance, if a character in a book is scared of the dark, and you are also scared of the dark, that's a text-to-self connection! It helps you understand how the character is feeling. Let's practice!
π§ Part A: Vocabulary
Match the word with its meaning. Draw a line connecting them!
| Word |
Meaning |
| π Connection |
π€ To feel the same way as someone else |
| π Relate |
π A link between two things |
| π₯ Empathy |
π A story or book |
| π€ Character |
π A person or animal in a story |
| π Text |
π£οΈ To understand or find a relationship |
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph and fill in the missing words.
When I read about the girl who lost her _____, it made me feel _____. I remember when I lost my favorite _____ at the park. I felt so _____ then. Making _____ to the story helps me understand the girl's feelings better.
Word Bank: connection, sad, toy, teddy bear, lost
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Think about a book you have read recently. What is one way you can connect with the main character or a situation in the story? Describe the connection and explain why it is meaningful to you.