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SUGGESTED SUMMER READING
Grades 7 and 8
READ
LIST OF BOOKS HERE
Dear Incoming Seventh and Eighth Graders:
Summer reading lists are not usually greeted with
enthusiasm, and what a shame! Even if you are not
a “bookworm,” there is nothing more inviting
than to curl up with a good book on a hot sunny (or
rainy) afternoon – whether at home or away—and
laugh, cry, or experience exciting adventures with
imaginary characters.
There is reading for all levels and all interests
included on your summer reading list. Browse through
the racks of the library with your list in hand, or
if you are one who loves to keep filling your bookshelves
with your own copies of great literature, head to
a local beloved bookstore. The required summer reading
books are available for ordering through Varsity.com,
and Mrs. Kathie Krieger has alerted all local bookstores
so that they should have copies in stock as well.
For seventh grade, you are asked
to read five (5) books total during the summer, one
from the list of required history readings, two required
English books and three more of your choice from the
attached overall list. Your two required English
books are:
- Under the Persimmon Tree by Suzanne
Fisher Staples
- The Misfits by James Howe
You should read carefully and take good notes on
each required novel, as you will be tested on them
during the first weeks of school. You should also
prepare twenty-five (25) vocabulary words from any
of your readings, on index cards, with the definition
of the word and the sentence from the novel. Finally,
please prepare one project on any book you desire.
This project can be artwork, a poster, a small model
or a brochure. It should showcase your analytical
understanding of the book you are reporting on.
For eighth grade, you are asked
to read six (6) books total during the summer. Your
two required English books are:
- Under the Persimmon Tree by
Suzanne Fisher Staples
- True Believer by Virginia Euwer
Wolff
Please read these carefully, as they will be the
basis for your initial assignments and evaluation
in the fall. Taking notes on details is highly suggested!
You are asked to complete two projects on your reading:
Project One: Take six characters,
one each from your six different books, and do a project
analyzing each one. You might do a characterization
map or build or collect a token that represents the
character, being sure to explain it in writing.
Project Two: Discuss the setting
of one of the novels. Use a travelogue, a map, a poster,
a short research paper, or any other artwork or idea
from your imagination.
Download
the Project Sheets Here
Keep in mind that these assignments will be your
teachers’ first impression of your writing and
creativity. Please be sure to put time and care into
your work, especially when it comes to revising and
editing. We will be eager to see what you have read
and created!
Happy Reading!!!!
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