Spinner Spider says, "Make connections as you read. What related things does it make you think about?"
A story might remind you of a personal memory (text to self), another story you read (text to text) or something that has happened in the world (text to world).
In the story 'Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!', the pigeon really wants to drive the bus. What are some things that you wish you could do but are too young? Why do you think you have to be older to do these things?
In 'Once I Ate a Pie', we meet several dogs with differing personalities. Which one reminds you of a dog you have known? How are they alike? What other types of animals do you know that have differing personalities?