Reading Comprehension Strategies: Making Connections for Better Understanding #3007820 (License: Personal Use)

The image presents a clear, child-friendly infographic that outlines the three foundational reading comprehension strategies: text-to-self (personal connection), text-to-text (linking to other readings), and text-to-world (relating content to broader reality). Each strategy is represented with an open book icon pointing via a red-and-blue arrow to its corresponding symbol-a smiling child, another book, or a globe-emphasizing active cognitive engagement. Designed for elementary educators and literacy coaches, it supports explicit instruction in metacognitive reading skills.

Commonly used in K-5 literacy classrooms, teacher training materials, and educational websites to teach comprehension strategy instruction; aligns with user intent to find visual aids for teaching reading connections.