Critical Reading Checklist—Elementary

Always

Sometimes

Hardly Ever

Example

I reflect on the ideas I find in my reading assignments.

I think about and solve problems while I read.

I think logically when I read.

I always seek out the truth.

I like to express my thoughts on a topic.

I seek different views on a topic.

I am open to new ideas that may not agree with my thoughts on a topic.

I base my judgments on ideas and evidence.

I recognize errors in thought and persuasion.

I recognize good arguments.

I am willing to take a position on an issue.

I ask probing and thought-provoking questions to evaluate ideas.

I know my personal thoughts and ideas about a topic.

I am willing to change my mind when I learn new, more accurate information.

I can identify arguments and issues.

I look for connections among topics.

I use knowledge from other subject areas to improve my reading and learning experiences.