The main topic of this thesis in the application of interpretive reading when reading non – literary texts. The papers offers an overview of the development of reading, more closely evokes reading as one of the most important (thoughtful) activities, and presents and describes different reading strategies and types of reading. The entire reading mechanism is described in detail, the goals of which are deeper understanding and correct interpretation of the text. The paper also describes the values of the spoken language: intonation, intensity, tempo, pause and timbre, which are crucial for the interpretive reading of literary texts. The paper describes in detail non – literary texts that are important for the teaching of the Croatian language. These are texts that do not deal with artistic expression and creative storytelling, but are aimed at conveying information, facts and ideas. Non – literary texts are the least represented in schools. The research was conducted using an online survey form, which checked the representation and frequency of non – literary texts in the teaching of the Croatian language and in what ways teachers use non – literary texts in teaching. The most important conclusion obtained from the research is the confirmation that non – literary texts are rarely represented in Croatian language texts are rarely represented in Croatian language textbooks and the rarity of the use of non – literary texts in classes.