This article is devoted to the problem of organizing independent work of primary school students. The
main task of the research is to reveal the possibilities of literary reading lessons in the formation of pupils'
independent work skills. In this connection, the paper presents a theoretical analysis of the concepts of
"independent learning activities", "independent work", a brief overview of the scientists-teachers’ views on
this issue, described the results of an empirical study on learner independence in young people, presents the
results of experimental work and increasing the level of independent educational activity on the lessons in
primary school.
The research substantiates the relevance of the studied problem and proves the need to develop
independent work pupils’ skills. The authors propose an algorithm for organizing independent work,
substantiate practical recommendations for teachers and pupils, which will contribute to the rational
organization of independent work, will allow both teachers and pupils to achieve sustainable results in
educational activities, improve the educational process in primary school.