What is text to self?

Text-to-self connections are a type of reading comprehension strategy where readers relate what they are reading to their own personal experiences, thoughts, and emotions. By making text-to-self connections, readers can better understand and engage with the text, as they are able to draw parallels between the content of the text and their own lives.

Readers can make text-to-self connections by reflecting on how the characters, events, or themes in the text remind them of their own experiences, beliefs, or emotions. These connections can help readers make predictions about the text, analyze the characters' motivations and actions, and empathize with the characters' struggles and triumphs.

Text-to-self connections can also help readers develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them, as they are encouraged to think critically about their own experiences and how they relate to the text. By making these connections, readers can become more engaged, empathetic, and reflective individuals.