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Vocational Education  \nMuhammad Nurtanto  \nUniversitas Negeri Jakarta  \nSeptiari Nawanksari  \nUniversitas Negeri Yogyakarta  \nOkianna  \nUniversitas Tanjungpura  \nValiant Lukad Perdana Sutrisno Universitas Sebelas Maret  \nNur Wachid Abdul Majid  \nUniversitas Pendidikan Indonesia  \nNur Kholifah  \nUniversitas Negeri Yogyakarta  \nAbstract  \nThis study is a systematic literature review (SLR) aimed at identifying and analyzing the relationship between reading literacy and critical thinking skills among vocational school pupils. Following the PRISMA guidelines, a total of 20 selected articles published between 2015 and 2025 were thoroughly reviewed using databases such as Scopus, ERIC, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. The findings indicate that reading literacy serves not only as a tool for text comprehension but also as a fundamental component in fostering pupils' analytical, reflective, and evaluative thinking abilities. Instructional strategies such as reciprocal teaching, problem-based learning, and critical questioning have been  \nproven effective in simultaneously enhancing both reading literacy and critical thinking skills. Moreover, digital literacy plays a crucial role in fostering critical thinking in the age of information. Nevertheless, the study identifies several limitations, including inconsistencies in measurement methods and the underrepresentation of studies from developing countries. The results highlight the importance of integrating reading literacy and critical thinking into the vocational education curriculum, as well as the need for strengthened policy support, teacher training, and the development of valid and context-sensitive assessment instruments.  \nIntroduction  \nIn the era of Industrial Revolution 5.0, education is expected not only to produce academically excellent graduates but also to equip individuals with higher-order thinking skills, such as critical, collaborative, and creative thinking, which serve as essential pillars for addressing the complexity of the modern world (Pelaez-Sanchez et al., 2024) . Among these, critical thinking is particularly vital, as it enables individuals to discern valid and relevant information amidst the flood of misinformation and hoaxes in today’s digital era. As such, critical thinking forms a foundation for both academic success and evidence-based decision-making in everyday life. The urgency of integrating reading literacy and critical thinking as inseparable components of vocational school learning is underscored by the need to equip pupils with strong analytical and evaluative skills inan era of abundant, and often misleading, information.  \nReading literacy, as a fundamental skill, plays a central role in developing pupils’ critical thinking. Research has shown that reading literacy is not merely the mechanical ability to decode text, but rather the capacity to locate information, comprehend meaning, evaluate content, and reflect critically on written material (Roomy, 2022) .  \nMany studies (Paige et al., 2024; Medranda-Morales et al., 2023; Mukhlis et al., 2023) have highlighted the importance of reading literacy in shaping analytical and reflective thinking. For example, Paige et al. (2024) concluded that improving reading literacy can significantly enhance vocational school pupils’ critical thinking skills, particularly in understanding, evaluating, and drawing conclusions from textual information. Similar findings were reported by MedrandaMorales et al. (2023) and Mukhlis et al. (2023), who emphasized the importance of deep reading as a pathway to cultivating reflective thought.  \nHowever, the literature (Baki, 2025; Susanto & Hapudin, 2024) also reveals inconsistencies. For instance, Baki (2025), in his study of pre-service language teachers in Turkey, found that critical reading ability did not significantly correlate with critical thinking skills. 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