This research is motivated by low reading comprehension ability of grade V SDN Gudangkopi II. The purpose of this research is to know the process and result of reading comprehension skill by using Directed Reading Thinking Activity (DRTA) strategy. The method used is PTK. he research design used refers to the Kemmis and MC.Taggart models, which are spiral models that begin with: 1) planning; 2) the implementation of the action; 3) observation; 4) reflection. The subjects of the study were the students of class V SDN Gudang Kopi II which amounted to 16 people, consisting of 6 women and 10 men, Based on the results of research cycle I obtained data that students complete the study amounted to 5 students or reached 31.25%, in cycle II increased to 10 students or reached 75%, in the third cycle increased to 16 students or reached 100% that exceed the value of KKM. Based on these results can be proven that the strategy of Directed Reading Thingking Activity (DRTA) can improve reading comprehension skills in grade V SDN Gudangkopi II.