Class consciousness is a way of thinking that acknowledges different social classes in society. It's like looking at the world and recognizing that some people live in more comfortable or better conditions than others because of their class, or group that they belong to. A good example of this might be noticing that some kids go to better schools or have nicer clothes, because their parents have more money and can afford to give them these things. People can be aware of different classes in society and understand that the way people are treated can be connected to the class they are in.