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2021 Diverse Summer Reading Books for Grades 6-8

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Want to freshen up your Summer Reading list, but not sure where to begin? Kick off summer with our fun, colorful, and printable  Diverse Summer Reading List  that will get all kids engaged in reading! Our list includes both fiction and nonfiction, bilingual Spanish/English titles, and a diverse range of cultures—in other words, the right book for every reader!

In this blog post, we’ve rounded up books from our summer reading book list for grades 6-8. You can find more of our 2021 summer reading titles in our  Diverse Summer Reading List  and the corresponding  book collection .

Keep reading for some of our favorite entertaining Lee & Low picks!

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Boy, Everywhere ,  written by A. M. Dassu:  What turns citizens into refugees and then immigrants? In this powerful middle-grade debut which received three starred reviews , Sami and his family embark on a harrowing journey to save themselves from the Syrian civil war.

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Strong as Fire, Fierce as Flame , written by Supriya Kelkar:  In 1857 India, 12-year-old Meera escapes a life she has no say in–and certain death on her husband’s funeral pyre–only to end up a servant to a British general in the East India Company. When a rebellion against British colonizers spreads, she must choose between relative safety in a British household or standing up for herself and her people.

On These Magic Shores

On These Magic Shores , written by Yamile Saied Méndez:  When Mamá fails to return home after her evening job, it is up to 12-year-old Minerva to take care of her younger sisters and hold the family together all while trying to act in her school’s play of Peter Pan.

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Rogue Heart , written by Axie Oh:  Warcross meets Final Fantasy in this companion novel to Rebel Seoul , in which a young telepath joins a rebel group on a secret mission to end a decades-long world war.

The Magnolia Sword

The Magnolia Sword , written by Sherry Thomas:  Bestselling author Sherry Thomas weaves an enthralling #ownvoices retelling of a story that has thrilled readers for centuries: the Ballad of Mulan.

Indian No More

Indian No More , written by Charlene Willing McManis with Traci Sorell:  Set in the 1950s, a ten-year-old Umpqua girl and her family’s tribal rights are terminated and they must relocate from their reservation in Oregon to Los Angeles, where they are expected to assimilate.

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All the Stars Denied , written by Guadalupe García McCall:  The story of the hidden history of the United States first mass deportation event, which swept up hundreds of thousands of Mexican American citizens during the Great Depression.

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Grand Theft Horse , written by G. Neri, illustrated by Corban Wilkin:  The powerful story of the author’s cousin Gail Ruffu, who stole a racehorse to save it, and ended up taking on the whole racing industry to fight for the humane treatment of animals.

I Am Alfonso Jones

I Am Alfonso Jones , written by Tony Medina, illustrated by Stacey Robinson and John Jennings:  Perfect for fans of The Hate U Give : an unflinching graphic novel about the afterlife of a young man killed by an off-duty police officer, co-illustrated by New York Times bestselling artist John Jennings.

Summer of the Mariposas

Summer of the Mariposas , written by Guadalupe García McCall:  In this creative retelling of The Odyssey , fifteen-year-old Odilia and her younger sisters embark on a journey to return a dead man to his family in Mexico and must outwit monsters and witches to make it back home again. Also available in Spanish.

Find more Summer Reading Books: Summer Reading Collection Grades PreK-8 Summer Reading Collection Grades PreK-2 Summer Reading Collection Grades 3-5 Summer Reading Collection Grades 6-8

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Summer Reading 2021: 6th & 7th Grade Reads

  • Blast from the Past and True Story
  • Contemp(ish) Realistic Fiction
  • Sports Fiction & Novels in Verse
  • Magic, New Worlds, & Adventure
  • Thrills, Chills, & Mysteries
  • Graphic Novels
  • John Green Books & JG Read-alikes
  • Fight them off! Competition, Rebellion, & Royalty
  • The Power of Place & True Story
  • Favorite Movie
  • Contemp(ish) Fiction
  • Dystopia, Fantasy & Sci-Fi
  • History & Historical Fiction
  • Mysteries, Suspense, Thrillers
  • Science & Social Issues
  • Graphic Novels & Graphic Nonfiction

Summer Reading Choices

Over the summer rising 6th and 7th graders are required to read TWO books from this list of recommended reads. The rules :

  • Read books that are NEW to you (no re-reading favorites!)
  • No more than one can be a graphic novel.

The Summer Reading Choices list for students in Grades 6 and 7 has lots of books, both fiction and nonfiction, in a variety of genres and formats - something for everyone!  In the fall, there will be assignments in English class related to summer reading. Questions? Email Susan Trower   

Click the links below to go to the different genres of books in this year's list!

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Welcome to the 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide!

Before you dive in, a few things to note:

  • I’ve included the publication date and recommended age (based on my opinion), but of course, every child is different. If you have a voracious 8-year-old reader, it’s likely, they can handle the books for 9-year-olds. However, if I’ve rated a book as being for ages 10 and up, I’d advise some research before handing it to your 8-year-old. If in doubt, please read my review of the book.
  • There are several graphic novels in this guide (which I’m thrilled about) because I believe that graphic novels are books too. Please let your kids read the kinds of books they enjoy.
  • I’ve read every single book on this list from start to finish and I’d be happy to answer any questions you have about them! Just email me at [email protected] !
  • I HIGHLY recommend the printable PDF of this list as it includes bonus content like readalikes for each recommended book, one extra category, and the number of pages in each book. Plus, it’s just beautiful to look at! Download it by popping your email in the box at the bottom of this page.
  • Creating this guide was a labor of love and I’ve chosen to make it available to everyone at no cost. If you appreciate my work and would love to contribute to the costs of running Reading Middle Grade, you can do so here .

I truly hope you find books to love and cherish on this list. And, if you do, I’d love to hear your favorites!

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2021 middle grade summer reading guide (ages 8+), a new kind of adventure.

A fast-paced sci-fi adventure set in a futuristic Ethiopian city, complete with holovids, floating markets, and a pet bionic lioness. 12-year-old Yared Haywat discovers secrets about his identity as a virtual reality game quickly becomes a real-life battle to save his home.

Last Gate of the Emperor

Last Gate of the Emperor - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: May 4, 2021
  • Recommended for: Ages 8+
  • What you need to know: A fast-paced sci-fi adventure set in a futuristic Ethiopian city, complete with holovids, floating markets, and a pet bionic lioness. 12-year-old Yared Haywat discovers secrets about his identity as a virtual reality game quickly becomes a real-life battle to save his home.

The Road to Wherever

The Road to Wherever - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: May 11, 2021
  • Recommended for: Ages 9+
  • What you need to know: 11-year-old June (short for Junior) goes on a life-changing road trip with his second cousins after his father disappears. Along the way, they fix Ford trucks, meet some Ford owners with unforgettable stories, and maybe help June find himself? Moving and heartwarming.

Alone - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: January 12, 2021
  • Recommended for: Ages 10+
  • What you need to know: 12-year-old Maddie is left behind in a strange turn of events when an impending attack leads to her entire town being evacuated. In this dystopian middle grade verse novel, Maddie has to fend for herself with a dog as her sole companion. Immersive and educational.

Squad Goals

squad goals - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: April 6, 2021
  • What you need to know: Awkward tween Magic Poindexter wants to follow in her athletic family’s footsteps by attending summer cheer camp. But when her bestie joins the popular crew in camp, Magic has to figure it out on her own. Funny, relatable, and entertaining.

Not All Heroes

Not All Heroes - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: May 18, 2021
  • What you need to know: After the death of her little brother, 11-year-old Zinnia joins a team of Real Life Superheroes, along with her 19-year-old aunt. However, Zinnia quickly learns that being a hero is not always easy. Quirky, heartfelt, and inspiring.

Books to Hug

Ever finished a book and just had a strong urge to hug it? Couldn’t wipe a grin off your face? Or maybe some happy tears? These kids are making their dreams come true and (hopefully) winning your heart in one fell swoop.

The Chance to Fly

The Chance to Fly

  • Published: April 13, 2021
  • Recommended for: 9+
  • What you need to know: A big-hearted story about a girl in a wheelchair with musical theater dreams. Nat Beacon moves to a new city and finds her tribe in this #OwnVoices middle grade book.

Pawcasso

  • Published: May 25, 2021
  • What you need to know: After she lies about being the owner of basket-wielding adorable dog shopping in town, lonely 11-year-old Jo is accepted and befriended by the other kids. But what happens when the secret is out? Find out in this surprising, compulsively readable graphic novel.

A Place to Hang the Moon

A Place to Hang the Moon

  • Published: February 2, 2021
  • What you need to know: Three orphaned kids in 1940’s England are looking for their forever home in the English countryside where they’ve been evacuated. Through a series of awful foster home experiences, the kids keep up their spirits by means of books, the town library, and holding on to each other. A cozy, unforgettable story.

Allergic

  • Published: March 2, 2021
  • What you need to know: Feeling a bit lost as her parents are expecting a new baby and her little brothers already have each other, Maggie is determined to find a pet she can love. But she’s crushed when she discovers that she’s allergic to fur. A sweet, poignant graphic novel.

Amina’s Song

Amina's Song

  • Published: March 9, 2021
  • What you need to know: In this sequel to Khan’s Amina’s Voice , Amina has returned from a summer in Karachi ready to share her culture with everyone… but she’s stuck. A new school project and a new music producer friend may just be the starters she needs. Heartwarming and family-centered.

Girls Figuring It Out

Coming-of-age stories are my favorite. The girls in these books are brave, creative, smart, and sometimes emotionally messy. They don’t always make the right choices, but they sure make for complex, riveting stories.

Starfish

  • What you need to know: A powerful novel in verse about a girl taunted for her weight. Ellie finds allies in her father, a therapist, and a new best friend as she learns to starfish and take up space.

Taking Up Space

Taking Up Space

  • What you need to know: Sarah’s changing pubescent body means she’s hungrier and a little clumsy on the court. Her desire to remain useful to her team, combined with her mother’s issues with food lead Sarah into disordered eating patterns. Timely, with an important message for tweens and adults alike.

The Kate in Between

The Kate in Between

  • What you need to know: Kate gets caught on camera saving her best friend Haddie’s life. But what all the news crews and celebrities who interview her don’t know is that she was among the bullies who put Haddie’s life in danger too. Complex, absolutely riveting, and brilliantly written.

These Unlucky Stars

These Unlucky Stars

  • What you need to know: Annie is convinced that she is unlucky and the reason her mom left. After a prank gone wrong, she’s stuck running errands for a grouchy old woman named Gloria. With Gloria’s help and the town’s float parade, Annie learns that life is often what you make of it.

All You Knead Is Love

All You Knead Is Love

  • Published: March 30, 2021
  • What you need to know: When Alba’s mother sends her off to Barcelona to live with her Abuela and escape her violent father. Alba is withdrawn at first, but Barcelona is full of loving friends who become family and a bakery where Alba learns to make sourdough bread. That is, until the bakery is threatened with closure.

Family is… Complicated

Mothers and their daughters, blended families, a missing sibling, a surprise stepbrother, and family secrets take center stage in the stories in this category.

Red, White and Whole

Red, White and Whole - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • What you need to know: it’s the 1980’s and 13-year-old Reha is caught between her Indian immigrant parents’ cultures and her American culture. In the midst of all that, her mother is diagnosed with leukemia. A searing, heartbreaking, and heart-mending verse novel about family, community, and the 80’s.

Rule of Threes

Rule of Threes - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • What you need to know: Maggie’s life is changing fast. One of her best friends is withdrawing from her and her dad’s son from an extramarital affair moves in with them after his mother goes to rehab for opioid addiction — and he’s attending her school. A unique look at a family facing real, tough issues.

Forever This Summer

Forever This Summer (Love Like Sky) - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: July 6, 2021
  • What you need to know: This follow-up to Love Like Sky sees Georgie and her mama in Louisiana helping out Great Aunt Vie. When Georgie meets Markie, a foster kid with a limb difference, her summer takes flight. Between helping Markie find her real mom, setting up a charity talent show, and learning family secrets, Georgie is booked and busy.

Bea Is for Blended

Bea Is for Blended

  • What you need to know: Bea’s mom has married her archnemesis’s father. She’s gone from a family of two to a family of six with one on the way. She’s also new to middle school, trying to start a girls soccer team and maybe make new friends? This heartfelt novel tackles bullying, family dynamics, and identity.

Everywhere Blue

Everywhere Blue

  • Published: June 1, 2021
  • What you need to know: Maddie’s musical family loses their harmony when her older brother disappears from his college campus. Her parents leave town, her sister is angry all the time, and Maddie feels lost. Music, climate change, and family are at the heart of this arresting verse novel.

Put the B in BFF Stories

Good friendships are a balm for the soul, and the kids in this category find friends that make them the best versions of themselves. These are some of the best stories about fighting for a bond that’s worth the effort.

The Best Worst Summer

The Best Worst Summer - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • What you need to know: A charming story about two sets of best friends and the time capsule that connects them. Alternately narrated by two girls: Melissa in the summer of 1989 and Peyton in the present. Don’t miss this engaging summer mystery.

Clues to the Universe

Clues to the Universe

  • What you need to know: Ro and Benji form an unlikely friendship to reach their goals. His: Find his famous comic book author who also happens to be his dad. Hers: Build and launch the rocket she planned with her dad before he died. A classic BFF story with plenty of heart and science.

The Shape of Thunder

The Shape of Thunder - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • What you need to know: Cora and Quinn were besties before Quinn’s brother killed Cora’s sister in a school shooting. Quinn is sure that if they can figure out a way to time travel, she and Cora can be friends again. Achingly beautiful, full of grief, but also hope.

It All Begins with Jellybeans

It All Begins with Jellybeans - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: June 8, 2021
  • What you need to know: Meg and Riley meet in the Nurse’s office; Meg is there for anxiety, Riley for a diabetes sugar drop. The girls bond over jelly beans and help each other figure out who they want to be. An utterly enjoyable friendship story.

The Magical Imperfect

The Magical Imperfect - 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

  • Published: June 15, 2021
  • What you need to know: 1989, San Francisco. Etan has selective mutism and spends most of his time with his grandfather. But when he meets Malia, a girl with severe eczema, both kids find healing in their friendship and in their close-knit community. A satisfying, heartwarming verse novel.

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Boost Word Attack Skills and Play Vocabulary Card Games

Another important 6th-grade reading for comprehension goal is to expand vocabulary. Each week your child will play a card game that will work on their word identification skills or comprehension and vocabulary skills. The card games are specifically designed to improve your reading comprehension through expanding vocabulary and gaining a greater understanding of both words and word structure. Both of these skills improve your overall ability to read for comprehension. Your child will love these games and want to play them over and over again.

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Develop Planning Skills that Stick

Your child will use fill-in-the-blank daily to-do worksheets and planning calendars to schedule out their days.

Your child will decide when they will do certain activities, and they will estimate how long each activity will take. After the activity is completed, they will reflect on how long it actually took and will start to build their time awareness and planning skills. Your child will strengthen their working memory, flexible thinking, and organization skills.

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Research-Driven, Results-Proven Curriculum

Every component of our reading program is research-based and is specifically designed to boost your child’s reading skills. The program has been created by learning expert and board-certified educational therapist Bonnie Terry, M.Ed. She put together her 35+ years of working hands-on with children of all learning styles and abilities into this step-by-step program with custom-designed methods that you and your kids will see results each week.

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Develop a Love of Reading

Your child will gain confidence and be excited about reading. Your child will make substantial gains with these effective research-based techniques. Your child will be able to complete their assignments more quickly and easily. They will gain confidence and develop a lifelong love or reading and learning. Your child will do a variety of activities that teach and strengthen all of these skills. Your child will love doing the activities in the program and will want to do them again and again. And, the program also gives you the best 6th-grade reading list for extra reading practice.

Reviews from Parents

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K Kelley B. October 17, 2023

My son and I have tried many reading programs; this one has made the most significant difference. It trains the brain to think of reading and spelling in ways beyond rote memorization. In addition, the summer program is enjoyable and effective. As a result, my son started the school year with increased confidence as a reader, and I feel better prepared to help him with his learning.

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J Jennifer K. October 16, 2023

I started using this program after a TON of research. I needed a good fit for my 8 yr old dyslexic daughter. I’d say she 1.5-2 reading grades behind. We tried the summer program and loved it. This program was very simple and easy to acclimate to, which was a blessing bc these days I don’t have the time and energy to deep dive learning new programs. Scholar Within was instantly engaging and with the easy to follow step by step layout it made everything so approachable. I had to reach out through chat a few times and always received responses quickly and they were kind, helpful, and encouraging. 5 star customer service! I like how you can change the levels within the program (I started lower so that I could build her confidence) and the variety within lessons. You might see that some are saying there’s a lot of printing, I was at first concerned about this but it really wasn’t bad. I’d just print a few lessons ahead of time and keep them in the folder. It was actually pretty easy and only took 1-2 minutes. They also have an option for some of the weeks to buy pre-printed materials. Do what works for you 🙂 My daughter said she really liked the games too.

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V Valerie K. October 9, 2023

My child was diagnosed with ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and it has been a difficult journey in getting her to develop phonemic awareness skills and reading fluency, among other reading deficits. After enrolling her in Scholar Within’s summer program, I have seen the improvement that I’ve been waiting for! I will definitely continue using this program throughout the school year.

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J Jennifer A. October 7, 2023

Fabulous reading program! We enrolled our daughter over the summer. It was so wonderful we decided to continue using the program during the school year.

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K Kimberly W. October 4, 2023

Wonderful program for children, especially for my child with ADHD and speech delay. I am so grateful that there is a program out here for children like this.

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B Brandon T. July 22, 2023

I love this reading and spelling program! The lessons are complete and there is very little prep, especially if you purchase the printed material. The fluency lessons are fantastic and the kids love tracking their progress! We enjoyed the first six weeks so much that we purchased the material for the remainder of the year. So happy I found Scholar Within!

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C Cloressa O. June 2, 2023

We tried Scholar Within for our student in the summer of 2022. Our student has ADHD and diagnosed learning disabilities. This program was just what we needed to keep our student engaged during the summer. The executive function focus that this program includes was so helpful especially for kids with ADHD. I highly recommend this for families that have students with reading and reading comprehension as an opportunity. This program covers spelling, reading comprehension, note taking, executive function, and has so many great brain games and virtual field trip ideas. We will be doing this program every summer going forward. Phenomenal program and the price points are so much better than a lot of the other programs out there. Keep in mind this is a team effort, this program has an online aspect but it also has worksheets and requires parent interaction. I absolutely love that it has text to speech and encourages the student to read aloud. I also love that it puts focus on writing and not just typing up stuff online. There are so many great things about this program I wish I could list them all.

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K Kyle G. May 8, 2023

Our second grader is a great reader, but really struggled with spelling. This program offered everything he needed in order to begin spelling words correctly and with so much more understanding. The program is well organized and efficient, offering a great foundation to students. We couldn’t be happier!

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E Emmanuelle R. May 4, 2023

The program is well organized and easy to follow. The program helped my son with dyslexia a lot for ready fluency. Nothing else had helped… It was like a game for him and we called it his “brain activity”. Very happy and totally recommend it.

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C Crystal H. December 30, 2022

This program is absolutely different from everything we have tried in the past, it’s truly amazing !! I think the layout online is wonderful, it really helps that the kids see what is expected of them everyday (and a time estimate keeps them motivated). I love way they teach planning is a great life skill! The printed materials are beautifully done and organized! They make learning simple and fun. The reading lessons vary in topics keeping kids interested and they often tell dad at dinner what they have read because they’re actually retaining it. The spelling program is also amazing teaching VC patterns and going over phonic patterns. We also enjoy that the reading and spelling lessons can be at different grade levels to perfectly adapt to each child and their needs. 5 stars from me!

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E Elizabeth W. October 4, 2022

My son was diagnosed as dyslexic at the end of third grade. I found this program online and thought we could try the 8 week summer program prior to him starting 4th grade. We did a lot of traveling that summer and were able to stay on track without any issue. My son really enjoyed the word games in the program. The few times I reached out to customer service, they were prompt and professional with their help. I could tell a difference in his reading by the end of the summer. The real proof was when 4th grade started; his first quarter ELA grade was a 95%!!!! (He ended 3rd grade with a 62%). This program is amazing, I cannot recommend it enough!

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D Dr. Kimberly C. September 22, 2022

Great program, even for an older struggling reader with auditory processing disorder and possible dyslexia. I like the option of switching between grade levels as needed + customer service has been fast/useful so far.

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K Kathleen B. September 18, 2022

After a recent diagnosis of dyslexia, we started our son on this 6-week summer program. He has taken to it so well and we have already seen such great improvement. We are looking forward to continuing the program year-round!

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R Rachelle M. August 29, 2022

I have two children who just completed 8 weeks of the Summer Reading Program. My oldest is dyslexic and I’ve been looking for a spelling program that is geared towards older kids since she is in 8th grade and many of the other spelling programs we’ve done feel like they are for younger children. My daughter appreciated that the lessons were straightforward in teaching the patterns through sight, sound and writing. Her spelling confidence and ability grew tremendously. My youngest benefited from the Ready Fluency Drills and Reading Comprehension activities. Both enjoyed the games and puzzles. We look forward to continuing with the program into the fall as homeschoolers.

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S Sarah S. August 11, 2022

This program kept my kids sharp over the summer. Thank you!

M Mary M. June 2, 2022

We love the summer program. My daughter has not only increased her words per minute but also has expanded her comprehension. She is learning valuable note taking strategies and has drastically improved her spelling. She also enjoys the content! We are excited to see her growth.

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N Natalie M. May 23, 2022

Last summer, my husband and I enrolled our daughters (then entering grade 3 and entering grade 2) in the summer program. This program really helped them with reading comprehension! It gave us as parents the tools we needed to ask the right questions to help them too! Also, the games were really enjoyable! We even played them AFTER the lesson was over for the day. We were very impressed with the variety of activities and tools available with this program. We will be re-enrolling them this summer! Thank you!

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A Amy D. May 7, 2022

My daughter is begging me to do your reading program again to strengthen her skills. The guides for note-taking and how to pick out important information was only second to the fun activities each day last year. We look forward to seeing what’s in store for this year!

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M Melinda G. August 9, 2021

We are currently working on week 5 of our program. We really like it and are seeing benefits already. Thank you!

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L Lisa G. August 2, 2021

Thank you for partnering with me to help my daughters improve their reading skills. They are really enjoying your program and are excited about becoming more confident readers. I am loving it already! I signed up my twin daughters, who are homeschooled.

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W Wendi L. July 24, 2021

My children took the Scholar Within reading program. I was impressed with how user-friendly and intuitive the program is.

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S Sabrina D. July 12, 2021

The Monday exercise of reading and taking notes followed with questions on those selections on Wednesday is a really great help for my kids. This lets them work on their comprehension skills. It has made a big difference! The whole program has been a good experience for us. Thank you very much!

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N Niiro T. June 18, 2021

Even when I’m not sure how to reason/explain to my son about a reading comprehension answer, all I have to do is ask you. You are so good at giving quick replies that are easy for me to tell my son. Thank you!

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C Calvin T. October 17, 2020

We really loved the program. Thanks so much for all of the neat assignments and games to enhance executive function skills.

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K Kameron F. September 6, 2020

Thanks for your help throughout this process. You are so responsive whenever I have a question or concern. I see activities on the different levels for my kids which makes them easy to follow. This has been an awesome experience for our family.

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J Jill G. August 25, 2020

This program really helped my daughter and we saw a difference in her reading and spelling fairly quickly. Plus, she enjoyed the lessons which, as a parent, is probably the most important thing as she was motivated every day to continue learning.

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J Jennifer P. August 5, 2020

My son is doing well and shows improvements with the reading drills each day. He is also doing well with all the work that is presented. His overall work is improving too. He’s even able to find spelling errors now. Woohoo!

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K Ketul P. August 1, 2020

This is great a summer reading program. My son has really improved his reading comprehension skills. Thank you, Bonnie Terry, for designing such a great course.

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D Danielle D. July 24, 2020

Scholar Within has been an amazing resource for my 8-year-old twins this summer. I was so worried about what to do during this summer. It has been great to see how far they have come. They definitely enjoyed how interactive it has been, not just reading. I have recommended this to many of my friends.

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C Cynthia B. July 18, 2020

I really do like the reading fluency drills. They are making a difference for my son. They are so easy to fit into our day. The thing we didn’t like was all the printing we had to do each week.

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C Caroline L. July 10, 2020

I enrolled both my sons in the Reading Program this summer. It made such a huge difference for my son who has learning disabilities when we did the summer program two years ago. His teacher was amazed at the improvement in his fluency and comprehension (going into Grade 5). The team has been so flexible with “pausing” our program for a couple of weeks while we are away on vacation too. Note taking is such a key skill that is not really taught here in Ontario, Canada. I think this course will help my kids not fall behind from missing 3 months of school due to COVID 19. I am a poor substitute teacher, but I have confidence that Bonnie’s system is evidence-based, so I just have to follow instructions. Very glad to be able to access this course for homeschooling this summer!

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R Regina A. June 20, 2020

The videos made all the difference in the world. The spelling videos showed me step by step the structure. You really made spelling easy for my kids. I just keep working with the video, the spelling, the way you explain it, they watch it over and over. It really sinks in. Your materials help build their self-esteem up. They’re short quick activities. You can get so much done in half an hour.

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W Wendy F. June 12, 2020

We are really liking the summer reading program. I appreciate that you moved my daughter’s level to make the program even more effective for her. Thanks so much.

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R Rachel C. June 5, 2020

This is a comprehensive program that can be implemented at home. I bought 5 folders and labeled them for each day of the week, plus an extra folder to hold copies of extra forms that are used regularly. You need a decent printer, lots of printer paper, and toner (though I hear they are making print material available for a separate purchase soon!). I prepped the whole week every Sunday evening and had the folders ready for my son and his grandmother to work on each day. It can be kind of overwhelming at first to figure out all the assignments and get it all prepped, but it’s worth it. This is a well thought out program with excellent customer service. We had several questions and adjustments throughout our time with the program and always got quick, helpful, personable replies. Unfortunately, my son’s school year has ramped up and we don’t have enough time to fit Scholar Within into his day. We hope to be back to do a summer program next summer!

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M Megan W. May 22, 2020

I did find the videos and activities interesting. There was a bit too much printing for me.

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C Cathy H. May 14, 2020

Jake is doing well and enjoying the program. I’m so pleased with how he has improved and that he likes doing our sessions! Thanks so much!

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K Katherine W. May 5, 2020

My son’s first drill trend is definitely going in the right direction. His words per minute increased by 17%, and his mistakes decreased, and this is only the first week. I can’t believe he had that much progress already. Thank you for this program and thanks so much for being available for questions, too!

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T Tricia L. September 5, 2019

Last summer my 3 kids were enrolled in both Scholar Within and another major summer reading program. Scholar Within had more fun activities and games and really focused on building the underlying skills to really prepare for the upcoming year. The other program didn’t build skills in the same way, and was less interactive in my home.

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C Christine P. August 27, 2019

Your program has so many great things in it. The plan for an excursion was a brilliant idea! We made a trip to the Children’s Museum in Indianapolis and to the Science Museum in St. Louis. I have seen improvements and I have gained insight into how my daughter reads and processes (or lack thereof) the reading assignments. Thank you so very much! The whole-brain approach to improving reading has been very insightful.

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Using programs and materials designed by Scholar Within’s Bonnie Terry, M.Ed., BCET.

Student Research Reading Fluency

Included in the Program:

  • Weekly Reading Selections
  • Reading Comprehension Questions
  • Reading Fluency Training Drills
  • Phonics and Spelling Video Lessons
  • Spelling Worksheets and Puzzles
  • Video Instruction
  • Graphic Organizer Forms
  • Note-Taking Printables
  • Executive Function Activities
  • Brain-Body Activities
  • Daily Emails

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How do I choose a grade or reading level?

After sign up, you will be asked what grade your child is currently and whether they are above grade level, at grade level, or below grade level by 1-3 years in their reading skills.

Give your best estimate. If the material you choose is too easy or too hard, contact us and we'll adjust your account.

Additionally, you can choose a couple of sample reading passages at the grade level you think your child is capable of reading proficiently.

Have them read aloud to you. Make a note of any repetitions, substitutions, omissions, or mispronunciations they make. Then ask them at least five comprehension questions.

Instructional level is reading without mistakes with a 93% accuracy and a minimum of 75% comprehension.

Is the reading and spelling program all online?

The program materials and teaching videos are delivered and accessed online. Each day you will print out a few pages of handouts to use with your kids. Most of the lessons and activities are done  offline  at a table or outside.

There are a lot of fun activities and games. With grades K-3, most of the activities are done with the parent and child together. For grades 4 and above, there are a couple of activities done with the parent and child together, and the rest the child can do independently.

Does it really only take 45-60 minutes a day?

The short answer is yes!

Each day there are a few handouts to print out and instructional videos to watch. Each day's actual activities should only take 45-60 minutes of actual work.

The first week takes a little bit of time and prep to get up to speed, but by the second week, the activities become second nature.

We often suggest breaking up some of the activities to different parts of the day.

What does a typical day look like?

  • Print out the handouts
  • Watch the short videos either by yourself or with your kids to know what to do (about 5 minutes)
  • Do the fluency training with your kids (5 minutes)
  • Activities for comprehension, phonics, brain-body, and executive function rotate throughout the week (20 – 40 minutes)

What if we have a vacation during the program?

Many families don’t have plans initially to miss any weeks, but we know that plans change. That is why with the 6-week program you get 8 weeks of access, with the 8-week program you get 10 weeks of access, and with the 10-week program, you get 12 weeks of access.

Are there live classes?

No. We currently do not have live classes.

We have designed this program to be step-by-step with bite-sized activities. You won't have to worry about missing a Zoom class, being late, or your kids being still in their pajamas. You can do the activities in the program on your schedule and make up missed days at your convenience.

We have video spelling instruction that your kids will follow along with their corresponding worksheets. If you want feedback on your child's work, send us a picture of it via email.

How is the program designed?

The program was designed by learning expert Bonnie Terry, M.Ed., BCET. The curriculum in the program was designed over the course of Bonnie Terry's 35+ years of teaching from hands-on in her former private learning center and now, in an at-home and online environment. Bonnie has worked with kids of all abilities, whether they are struggling, have learning challenges like dyslexia, auditory processing disorder (APD), and ADD/ADHD, or are just looking to advance faster.

The National Reading Panel has made it clear that the best approach to reading instruction is one that incorporates:

  • Explicit instruction in phonemic awareness
  • Systematic phonics instruction
  • Methods to improve fluency
  • Vocabulary instruction
  • Ways to enhance comprehension

Scholar Within's summer reading program includes these components through short step-by-step multisensory activities. The program is Orton-Gillingham based and is the perfect way for your kids to not only keep their skills up over summer but to get ahead, make learning easier, and spend less time on homework come the fall.

Why is spelling included in the reading program?

Spelling is a critical component of our reading program as it enhances a student’s ability to sound out, read and spell words they are unfamiliar with.

Spelling is the process of encoding (pull the sounds apart within a word and match letters to the sounds). Reading is the opposite process, decoding words (sounding out words). With both processes, you match sounds with the letters they represent.

The specific multisensory method we use with spelling ensures that all students have a solid foundation of phonics and spelling as well as word structure.

Reading comprehension activities

Reading comprehension is your ability to understand and use what you have read, listened to, or watched.

In our summer reading program, your child will use our custom-designed graphic organizers to organize information of what they have read into a graphical display. This is a critical component in improving reading comprehension. These organizers make note-taking easy. 

Additionally, story structure, summarizing, question answering, and question generation are all critical pieces of comprehension. We also include these components of comprehension in our summer reading program.

Reading speed (fluency) activities

Reading Fluency is the ability to retrieve words automatically and easily, almost without thought. When you read nearly effortlessly and accurately, you are able to hold pieces of information (text) in your mind which improves your overall comprehension. 

Dr. Sally Shaywitz, the author of Overcoming Dyslexia , states, “Fluency Training is one of the most important things a parent can do to help their child improve their reading skills.” Improving your reading fluency is one of the easiest things you can do to improve your reading skills.

Our summer reading program includes short reading fluency activities that you will do each day. This activity only takes 5-minutes and your kids will see and chart their progress each day. These specific activities work on eye-tracking skills, visual processing, and rapid automatized naming. In other words, these activities help your kids learn to read faster. You can download the first fluency activity here for free.

Phonics activities

Phonics is the ability to match sounds with the letters that they represent. Our summer reading program improves this ability at all ages. Even older students use phonics skills when sounding out larger words they are not familiar with. 

These skills enhance a student's ability to both pull apart and blend together sounds within a word or syllable. Systematically manipulating phonemes (the smallest unit of sound in speech; e.g. the word hat has 3 phonemes /h/, /a/, and /t/) significantly improves reading and spelling abilities. 

Over the years, we have seen that adding this training at every level enhances the reading skills of all students, whether they are primary, middle, or upper-grade students. The National Reading Panel concludes that “phonics instruction produces significant benefits with reading.”

We work on improving phonics skills in several different ways. 

  • Specific spelling, spelling pattern, and phonic activities
  • Interactive spelling and phonics video lessons
  • Reading fluency training that focuses on every phonemic component in the English language
  • Weekly printable card game activities

Orton-Gillingham based

Research on teaching reading and spelling dates back to the early 1930s, first with Samuel Orton and then later with Anna Gillingham. They developed a teaching approach, the Orton-Gillingham method (OG), to help struggling readers and spellers. Their teaching methods include what is currently considered best practices: sequential, phonics-based systems that teach the basics of word formation before whole meanings.

Learning through all three senses (auditory, visual, and tactile-kinesthetic) is essential. This multisensory approach has been proven effective for students of all abilities, including those with dyslexia and other learning challenges. 

The Scholar Within Reading Program incorporates these OG principles and strategies along with the latest research on learning. 

Orton-Gillingham Instructional Components for Optimal Learning:

  • Multisensory : Uses all of the senses (auditory, visual, and tactile-kinesthetic)
  • Sequential : Proceeds step-by-step in a logical sequence
  • Incremental : Each lesson builds upon prior learning
  • Cumulative : Constantly and consistently reviews previously taught concepts
  • Individualized : Meets each student’s individual needs
  • Phonogram-Based : Words are based on combining letters and letter combinations known as phonograms (the sound-symbol relationship, also known as the Alphabetic Principle)
  • Explicit : Stated clearly and in a detailed manner

What about learning disabilities, dyslexia, and ADHD?

Our at-home and online reading program integrates research-proven multisensory learning with the Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching reading in a way that will finally work for your child.

We accomplish this with a bite-sized, activity-based approach. Our short activities ensure all children’s success. It's perfect for those with dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning challenges.

This program has been designed by learning disabilities expert and board-certified educational therapist Bonnie Terry, M.Ed., BCET. Bonnie has worked with children and adults of all abilities for over 30 years and has discovered the code for the best way to teach reading and spelling.

In addition to improving reading skills, your children will also improve their overall auditory, visual, and tactile-kinesthetic processing skills to make overall learning easier.

Multisensory reading instruction

In this reading program, your child will learn through seeing, hearing, and doing. Learning to read through multiple senses builds stronger associations, improves retention and speeds up recall skills.

In other words, learning to read in this way makes reading easier and automatic. This at-home and online reading program is specifically designed with short activities that integrate hearing, seeing, and doing.

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We are confident that you and your child will love our spelling program. Your child will make tremendous progress with spelling and they'll love the puzzles and the card games. They will become an accurate and confident speller. This is like having free admission for 7 days.

If you are, however, unsatisfied with the program during the first 7-days, just contact us and we will refund your payment.

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    Summer of the Mariposas, written by Guadalupe García McCall: In this creative retelling of The Odyssey, fifteen-year-old Odilia and her younger sisters embark on a journey to return a dead man to his family in Mexico and must outwit monsters and witches to make it back home again. Also available in Spanish. Find more Summer Reading Books ...

  7. PDF Grade 6 2021 Summer Reading List

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  9. PDF Germantown Middle School 6 Grade ELA 2021 Summer Reading List

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  10. Summer Reading Guide 2021

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  11. PDF 2021 LMS SUMMER READING RECOMMENDATIONS 6 grade

    be asked to recommend at least one additional book to their peers at the start of the 2021- 2022 school year, so keep track of titles and authors you love! We hope you enjoy your summer reading! 6th grade • Paperboy by Vince Vawter - Historical Fiction • Chew on This: Everything You Don't Want To Know About Fast Food by Charles Wilson and ...

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    Read books that are NEW to you (no re-reading favorites!) No more than one can be a graphic novel. The Summer Reading Choices list for students in Grades 6 and 7 has lots of books, both fiction and nonfiction, in a variety of genres and formats - something for everyone! In the fall, there will be assignments in English class related to summer ...

  13. PDF 6th grade summer reading list

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  14. PDF 2021 Summer Reading List Rising Grade 6

    2021 Summer Reading List Rising Grade 6 Choose and read 2 books from this list: • Do NOT choose a book you already have read and taken a test on. • Complete the "Book in a Box" project for one book. • Write a summary for one book. See the attached form. Your plot paragraph (what happened in the book) should be 5 sentences or more.

  15. The Best Books For Your Summer Reading List

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  18. PDF Katz Hillel Day School of Boca Raton Sixth Grade English

    Sixth Grade English Summer Reading List, 2021 Directions: For the summer reading assignment, you must read one of the following three books, as well as, an independent novel selection. Use the provided list to make your selection. Please purchase the novels instead of checking them out from the library as you will be asked to

  19. 2021 Middle School Summer Reading Guide

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  20. PDF James S. Hogg Middle School Sixth Grade Summer Reading List

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  21. PDF Episcopal School of Baton Rouge: 6th Grade Summer Reading

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  22. PDF Summer Reading Learning Packet for students entering Grade 6

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  23. PDF FOR INCOMING 6TH GRADERS

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