Becoming a Reading Detective

Critical reading means carefully thinking about what you read, asking questions, and checking facts. This skill helps you solve problems, spot errors, and make good decisions.

Real-World Scenarios

• Checking facts: Making sure information is true before using it.
• Solving mysteries: Using clues from a story to figure out the ending.
• Making choices: Deciding what to believe or do based on what you read.

Practice Tip

Whenever you read something important, ask yourself: "Is this information reliable? What clues support it?"