As you read, make connections between what you already know about a topic and what you read about it. Think about how the links add to your understanding.
Here’s how one student made connections.
“This is about an earthquake. I know that strong earthquakes can cause buildings to fall down.”
“People can take only necessities when they leave quickly. That’s why PoPo packs these things.”
Make connections of your own as you reread the passage above. Follow the steps in the How-To box.