Make predictions while reading

Today we will learn about make predictions while reading. Reading and writing help us share our ideas with others.

Active readers make connections to deepen comprehension. Text-to-self connections: link the reading to personal experiences ("This reminds me of when I..."). Text-to-text connections: connect the reading to other books, films, or stories you know ("This is similar to... because..."). Text-to-world connections: link the reading to current events, history, or knowledge about the world ("This connects to... because..."). Making predictions: use text clues and background knowledge to guess what will happen next; revisit predictions and adjust as you read. These strategies keep readers engaged and help them understand unfamiliar ideas by connecting them to known ones. Strong readers don't just make connections—they explain how the connection helps them understand the text better.

Let's break this down step by step so it's easy to understand. Follow along with the examples, and don't worry if it takes some practice to get the hang of it!

Remember: Making mistakes is part of learning. If something is tricky, try again, look at the examples, or ask for help.