Science fiction is read not only for enjoyment, but because it digs into scientific concepts with imagination, creativity, and a thorough appreciation of consequence. It has so much to offer in terms of good science and how science works, while at the same time addressing the basics of literacy. In this article, the author makes a case for why science fiction should be a part of science curricula and provides an all-purpose, critical reading activity to help teachers use science fiction in the classroom.