Abstract
In article the strategy of analytical reading works of I. Shehegolikhin in higher education institutionare considered. The author claims that analytical reading should be based on the system of heuristicquestions and tasks on studying of creativity of I. Shehegolikhin. In the course of studying of literaryworks it is also recommended to apply to deepening of reading and activization of thinking special formsof the organization of thought process: drawing up mental maps by students and method of «brainstorming» (brainstorming). The method of «brainstorming» is intended for producing the ideas or decisionsduring the work in group. Analytical reading art texts gives to students the chance to feel in the courseof coauthorship with the author.