A reading journal is a record or log in which an individual writes about their experiences and thoughts while they are reading. It can include notes on what was read, personal reactions to the content, questions that arise from the text, reflections on how the material relates to other things one has read, and any insights gained through the process of reading. The purpose of a reading journal is to help readers engage more deeply with texts, develop their critical thinking skills, and better understand their own responses to literature or other written materials.