Abstract: A device for measuring and indicating reading speed in words per minute. The length of any reading assignment up to 9,999 words is set on an input counter on the device. The device is turned on when the reader starts reading the text. At the end of 1 minute, and for every 3 seconds thereafter, light emitting diodes on the device display the reading speed in words per minute. The reader determines his reading speed by observing the reading speed device immediately after reading the passage.