What are you reading this summer? Below we have the summer reading assignments for four local high schools. I initially set out to research summer reading after realizing my daughter’s high school was not assigning any books this summer. Although I applaud the multimedia and multi-cultural approach her school is taking, as an educator and researcher, I know how important reading books is for future school success. So I looked at what other schools were assigning and found some schools had no summer work and others had up to three books.
At College Calm, we challenge each of our students to read at least one book this summer that is not assigned. Why? Because reading for fun lets you explore a new perspective, helps you prepare the SAT/ACT reading section, and prepares you for college essay questions. If you are having a hard time finding something to read, keep reading for a comparison list of the summer reading assignments, great books that explore social justice, a list of books every high schooler should read, and new releases you won’t want to miss. * represents books on multiple lists.
BOOKS EVERY HIGHS SCHOOLER SHOULD READ from Goodreads
NEW Y/A RELEASES YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS
Summer Reading for FRESHMAN
St. Francis
The Book Thief, Markus Zusak
Annie John, Jamaica Kincaid