Running Record Template
This running record template has two pages. Page one is the recording sheet, with a row for each line of text, error and self-correction counts, and the cues used. Page two scores the reading, with the formulas printed, and analyzes it.
- Grade Level
- K to Grade 5
- Pages
- 2
- Formats
- PDF, Google Docs, Word
- Paper Size
- US Letter and A4
- Checked By
- Milo, Classroom Teacher
- Last Updated
- October 2026
Running Record Template Example
A 1st grader's running record scored and analyzed: an instructional text, and a teaching point on checking word endings.
What's in the Running Record Template
Recording Sheet
Page, Text, E and SC columns, plus M, S and V cues to circle, with fields for the book and level.
Scoring Formulas Printed
Running words, errors, self-corrections, accuracy, error rate and self-correction rate.
Marking Codes and Analysis
A table of marking codes, cue notes, a retelling box and a next teaching point.
Editable Versions
Type into the Word, Google Docs or PDF file, in US Letter or A4, or print it.
How to Use the Running Record Template
Set Up the Page
Write the student, grade, date, book and level, then copy the text of the book line by line into the table.
Record the Reading
Mark each word with the codes on page two as the child reads aloud, one line of text per row.
Count and Circle
Total the errors and self-corrections, then circle M, S or V for the cues behind each error.
Work Out the Scores
Use the formulas on page two for accuracy, error rate and self-correction rate, and check the band.
Write the Next Step
Note the retelling, what the cues show and one next teaching point, then file the record.
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