by Kathryn Lasky
They say something very strange is happening to some of the people of Salem. That some of the young girls have become ... troubled. And the fear is beginning to spread. Mary and her mother don't hear about the rumors right away. They don't know that many of the villagers believe that some of Mary's friends have had spells cast on them -- by witches. Or that one of the accused is Mary's mother. Now Mary and her brother, Caleb, have a decision to make: Are the villagers right? Or is their mother innocent? And if she is -- can they help her escape before it's too late?
by Jack Canfield (ed.), Mark Victor Hansen (ed.), Kimberly Kirberger (ed.)
This carefully formulated collection of stories guides teenagers through one of the most difficult periods in life, offering invaluable advice on the nature of friendship and love, the importance of belief in the future, the value of respect for oneself and others, and more -- all delivered with compassion and humor. Also recommended:
by Jane Leslie Conly
Receiving less and less attention from his widowed father, Vernon joins with his friends as they ridicule the neighborhood outcasts -- Maxine, an alcoholic prone to public displays of outrageous behavior, and Ronald, her retarded son. Then social services tries to put Ronald into a special home, and Vernon finds himself fighting the agency.
by J. R. R. Tolkien
Whisked away from his comfortable, unambitious life in his hobbit-hole in Bag End by Gandalf the wizard and a company of dwarves, Bilbo Baggins finds himself caught up in a plot to raid the treasure hoard of Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon. Although quite reluctant to take part in this quest, Bilbo surprises even himself by his resourcefulness and his skill as a burglar! Written for J.R.R. Tolkien's own children, met with instant success when published in 1937 and has remained a timeless classic.
by Cynthia Voigt
The Tillerman kids' mother just left them one day in a car in a mall parking lot. Their father had left them a long time ago. So, as usual, it was up to 13-year-old Dicey, the eldest of four, to take care of everything, make all the decisions, feed them, find places to sleep. But above all, Dicey would have to make sure to avoid the authorities who would split them up and place them in foster homes. Deep down, she hoped they could find an adult they could trust, someone who would take them in and love them. But she was afraid it was too much to hope for.
by Fran Leeper Buss
Nailed into a crate in the back of a truck, 15-year-old Maria, her older sister Julia, their little brother Oscar, and a boy named Tomas endure a cruel journey across the U.S. border and then north to Chicago. There they struggle to find work -- cleaning, sewing, washing dishes -- always careful to remain "invisible" so the authorities won't arrest and deport them. Despite the family's ordeals, hope and love can be found -- in Maria's budding romance with Tomas, in the help given by a kindly midwife and priest, and most of all, in the stories Maria tells to lift the family's spirits, of a little sparrow who brings a rainbow. Starkly realistic and tenderly poetic, this powerfully moving story of the secret lives of immigrants who courageously triumph over incredible obstacles is not to be missed.
by Avi
In Providence, Rhode Island, in 1848, Edgar Allan Poe reluctantly investigates the problems of 11-year-old Edmund, whose family has mysteriously disappeared and whose story suggests a new Poe tale with a ghastly final twist.
by Will Hobbs
Stowing away in the back of a pickup, Rick, a 14-year-old foster child, escapes from a juvenile detention facility near Las Vegas and travels to Canyonlands National Park in Utah. There, he finds himself in a dead end in the surreal landscape of redrock spires and deep canyons called the Maze, and is taken in by an eccentric naturalist who is working on a project to reintroduce condors to the wild.
by Rand Miller, Robyn Miller, David Wingrove
The ages of Myst are worlds of adventure and awe ... of mystery and beauty ... of intrigue and betrayal. You have seen only a glimpse of the picture. Now take a step further into the fictional legend of Myst. These pages are your link to the story of Atrus, son of Gehn, and the last of the race of D'Ni -- the masters of The Art, the craft of linking to other worlds through the descriptive art of writing. For most of his young life, Atrus thought the stories his grandmother told him were just strange legends. Then his time came to explore the magnificent underground realm.
by Elie Wiesel
A terrifying account of the Nazi death camp horror that turns a young Jewish boy into an agonized witness to the death of his family ... the death of his innocence...and the death of his God. Penetrating and powerful, as personal as awakens the shocking memory of evil at its absolute and carries with it the unforgettable message that this horror must never be allowed to happen again.
by Avi
A ninth-grader's suspension for singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" during homeroom becomes a national news story. In this remarkable Newbery Honor book, facts, people, actions, and reactions are presented in stark documentary style. The truth -- and nothing but the truth -- can be discovered by only one person: the reader.
by John Steinbeck
While the powerlessness of the laboring class is a recurring theme in Steinbeck's work of the late 1930s, he narrowed his focus when composing creating an intimate portrait of two men facing a world marked by petty tyranny, misunderstanding, jealousy, and callousness. But though the scope is narrow, the theme is universal; a friendship and a shared dream that makes an individual's existence meaningful.
by Karen Hesse
In a series of free verse poems, 15-year-old Billie Jo relates the hardships of living on her family's wheat farm in Oklahoma during the dust bowl years of the Great Depression. Powerful and moving, this Newbery Medal winner effectively depicts both a bleak historical era and one family's healing.
by Brian Jacques
When the peaceful life of ancient Redwall Abbey is shattered by the arrival of the evil rat Cluny and his villainous hordes, Matthias, a young mouse, determines to find the legendary sword of Martin the Warrior which, he is convinced, will help Redwall's inhabitants destroy the enemy.
by Will Hobbs
Jessie, Troy, and the rest of the crew from have returned to the Grand Canyon for adventure on the Colorado River. In the year since they last were together, each has changed; each feels more mature. But how will they interact now that they are facing new challenges -- challenges greater than anything they've had to deal with at home? For Troy, it is a chance to prove he can be a team player, someone worthy of friendship and love. For Jessie, the river is the ultimate test. Does she have what it takes to row down the mighty Colorado? The only way to find out is to get into the raft and set off to face the thundering rapids and the powerful emotions that the river unleashes.
by Suzanne Fisher Staples
When 11-year-old Shabanu, the daughter of a nomad in the Cholistan Desert of present-day Pakistan, is pledged in marriage to an older man whose money will bring prestige to the family, she must either accept the decision, as is the custom, or risk the consequences of defying her father's wishes.
by Harper Lee
"Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit 'em, but remember it's a sin to kill a mockingbird." That is a lawyer's advice to his children as he defends the real mockingbird of Harper Lee's classic novel -- a black man charged with the rape of a white girl. Through the young eyes of Scout and Jem Finch, Harper Lee explores with rich humor and unswerving honesty the irrationality of adult attitudes toward race and class in the Deep South of the 1930s. The conscience of a town steeped in prejudice, violence, and hypocrisy is pricked by the stamina and quiet heroism of one man's struggle for justice. But the weight of history will only tolerate so much.
by Vera Cleaver, Bill Cleaver
Mary Call has true Appalachian grit. When her dying father makes her promise to keep her brother and sisters together forever on the mountain and take no help from strangers, she is determined to keep her word -- no matter what. At first Mary Call is sure she can run the family just fine on her own. Romey and Ima Dean help her gather herbs to sell in town, using the riches of the mountains to keep the family clothed and fed. But winter sets in all too quickly. As food runs low, and the tiny house begins to cave in under the weight of the snow, Mary Call learns that the land where the lilies bloom is also a cruel and unforgiving land that deems a price for her stubborn pride.
by Robert C. O'Brien
Ann Burden is 16 and, as far she she knows, the only person left in the world. The nuclear radiation that destroyed the rest of the world has not touched the valley where she lives, and so she has remained, surviving as best she knows how, for the past year. Then, the smoke from a distant campfire shatters Ann's solitude. Someone else is still alive and making his way toward the valley: John Loomis, a scientist, protected from the radiation by a "safe-suit." He asserts his will almost immediately. And as his behavior becomes more and more extreme -- finally culminating in violent confrontation -- Ann must choose how she will live, in a world unlike any she has known.
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The Ultimate Middle School Summer Reading List
Encourage the love of reading all season long with these thrilling picks..
Summer is the perfect opportunity for your middle schooler to dive into page-turners that pique their unique interests.
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Plus, introduce readers to New York Times best-selling series Dog Man.
To keep your middle schooler immersed in a book all summer long, start with the riveting Amulet #9: Waverider . The highly anticipated conclusion of the best-selling graphic novel series follows Emily's journey to defend the magic land of Alledia. The threat of darkness follows all Stonekeepers closely and it will take the strength of both new friends and old foes to conquer it.
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7th Grade Summer Reading List (Ages 11-13)
The titles on this 7th grade summer reading list are good books for ages 11-13 ( or thereabouts ) and will aid in the prevention of the "summer slide" as well as peak their interest and help them maintain good reading habits.
More summer reading lists for 7th graders:
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SUMMER OF BRAVE by Amy Noelle Parks
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Seventh grader, Lilla, is torn between her dad, who wants her to go to a specialty art school and her mom, who wants her to go to a STEM school. But Lilla secretly believes that she would prefer a general education where she could try out lots of subjects. This summer, her friend, Vivi, challenges Lilla to be brave and stand up for herself. Working as a camp counselor, Lilla has an uncomfortable experience and decides to use an upcoming art project to make her voice heard. A stunningly good book.
NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH by Avi
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I couldn't put this book down! In an effort to get transferred away from a particular teacher's class, Phillip causes a class disruption. But the chain of events that he sets in motion has the community examining what it means to be truthful, patriotic and respectful of others. The narrative is "documentary style," with dialogue, interviews, letters and diary entries telling the story from different perspectives, making for a unique reading experience.
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SCAR ISLAND by Dan Gemeinhart
Scar Island will remind readers of Lord of the Flies , only with a less disturbing outcome. When a freak ( and I mean freak! ) accident leaves all the adults of Slabhenge Reformatory School for Troubled Boys dead, the boys look forward to finally getting away from the wretched place of misery. But some of the boys decide they would prefer a few days alone on the island before coming under the thumb of adults again. As you can imagine, things go awry in the power vacuum, and secrets previously kept hidden are revealed. It is a very compelling read and your child will have a hard time putting it down.
JUST BE COOL, JENNA SAKAI by Debbi Michiko Florence
Seventh grader, Jenna, has a lot going on. Most of all, her journalism advisor has given her an assignment outside of her comfort zone and Jenna does everything she can to avoid completing it. On top of that, her newly divorced parents are still figuring out how to get along and Jenna is trying to be in the same room as her ex-boyfriend without freaking out. She starts hanging out after school at a Broadway-themed diner where she meets a new friend and learns a few things about herself. This books will speak to every seventh grader!
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THE GREAT GREEN HEIST (series) by Varian Johnson
This fast-paced heist story is a fun choice for summer reading. Jackson Greene decides to intervene when he thinks his classmates are rigging the school election against his friend, Gabby. Jackson and his friends engage in a scheme to make sure the election ballots are counted honestly. With school political shenanigans, a diverse group of protagonists and a clever, twisting plot, your kids will love this book.
MORE: Spy and Heist Books for Kids
THE SEVENTH MOST IMPORTANT THING by Shelley Pearsall
After Arthur hurls a brick at a man collecting trash, the judge overseeing his case sentences him to community service working for the victim. The "junk man," James, gives Arthur a list of the Seven Most Important Things he must collect. James, it turns out, is creating a fantastical work of art. Set in the 1960s, and inspired by folk artist James Hampton, this unusual story will get kids thinking about redemption, and friendship.
AMAL UNBOUND by Aisha Saeed
I could not put this book down! It is an important book to remind our children that there are still kids around the world who are denied an education and the freedom that it can bring. In her Pakistani village, Amal dreams of becoming a teacher one day, but an unfortunate event results in her going to live as an indentured servant in the household of her village's corrupt landlord. Amal is a strong protagonist who takes matters into her own hands, determined to achieve her goals, despite her circumstances.
DOG DRIVEN by Terry Lynn Johnson
14-year-old McKenna has Stargardt disease ( a juvenile form of macular degeneration ) but she's kept this hidden from her family because her sister has already lost her sight to the disease and McKenna doesn't want to lose her autonomy. She's hoping to keep her secret long enough to compete in a days-long dog sled race that raises awareness for Stargardt disease. Needless to say, this is a risky endeavor and Johnson's fast-paced, suspenseful book highlights the challenges McKenna faces, not just in the race, but as a teen learning how to identify as someone with a disability.
THE WEDNESDAY WARS by Gary D. Schmidt
Holling Hoodhood always seems to be getting into scrapes, but his father appears to be mostly concerned with how Holling's antics affect his business reputation. On Wednesday afternoons, most of his classmates head off to Catholic or Jewish religious education classes. However, the Hoodhoods are Presbyterian, so Holling stays behind at school where his teacher introduces him to Shakespeare. Holling's antics at school, his involvement in a Shakespeare production, and the general mayhem he creates wherever he goes make for lots of laughs from a master storyteller.
MORE: Check out all our summer reading resources , like reading bingo, the great library challenge and more.
THE GIRL WHO DRANK THE MOON by Kelly Barnhill
The Protectorate has always sacrificed a baby to keep the witch in the forest at bay. Little do they know the witch has been saving the babies all these years. One year the witch decides to raise the baby herself, and inadvertently fills her with a fierce and strong magic. As the girl grows older and comes into her magic, a man in the Protectorate vows to find and vanquish the witch, revealing the truth about both the Protectorate and the witch.
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THE FALSE PRINCE (series) by Jennifer A. Nielsen
The kingdom is in turmoil and a nobleman is determined to pass off an unknown orphan as the missing prince. He brings three boys to train at his estate, promising that the one who best completes the test will have a new life as the ruler. Readers will find themselves constantly on their toes as to the outcome and a surprise twist will leave kids eager to read the next books in the series.
The Blackthorn Key (series) by Kevin Sand s
This is an incredibly suspenseful and action-packed upper middle grade series . Christoper, an orphaned apprentice in 17th century London, must solve a complex puzzle surrounding the recent rash of murders of apothecaries. Despite the seriousness of the plot, the well-drawn characters provide some humor.
THE STORM RUNNER (series) by J.C. Cervantes
In The Storm Runner , Mayan mythology is front and center. Thirteen-year-old Zane learns that the volcano in his New Mexico backyard is actually a prison for a Mayan god. When Brooks, a mysterious shape-shifting girl, shows up to help Zane fulfill his destiny, the adventure begins.
A WIZARD OF EARTHSEA (series) by Ursula K. Le Guin
Award-winning author Ursula K. Le Guin will be familiar to fans of children’s fantasy literature. This is the first book in her Earthsea series and introduces us to the young man, Ged, who discovers that he is full of magic. This one is great for fans of Tolkein.
HOW TO FIND WHAT YOU'RE NOT LOOKING FOR by Veera Hiranandani
It's 1967, and the Supreme Court has just struck down interracial marriage prohibitions in Loving v. Virginia . Although Ari lives in Connecticut, where interracial marriage was never banned, Ari dwells on the recent court case because her sister, Leah, has fallen in love with a young man from India. Ari's Jewish parents disapprove of the relationship, so the pair elope and disappear. Ari grieves the loss of her sister and wants to find her. Ari also has to navigate her complicated relationships with her parents and at school faces the antisemitic taunts from a classmate, as well as struggles with undiagnosed dysgraphia. There's a lot going on here, but the unique second-person narration grips the reader from start to finish.
A CEILING MADE OF EGGSHELLS by Gail Carson Levine
Taking place just before the expulsion of the Jews from Spain, Levine's intensely moving and suspenseful tale follows the adventures of Paloma as she grows up in a relatively well-off Jewish family. Loma's grandfather is well-connected and famed for his ability to deal with Christians. Loma accompanies him on his travels around the country as religious and political tensions grow, facing dangers, prejudice and the constant threat of forced conversions. This is a page-turning book with an extremely strong girl at its heart and your kids won't want to put down.
MORE: Historical Fiction with Strong Girl Protagonists
TELL NO TALES: PIRATES OF THE SOUTHERN SEAS by Sam Maggs, illustrated by Kendra Wells
Tell No Tales is a swashbuckling graphic novel inspired by the legendary female pirate, Anne Bonny. Anne and her diverse crew make up an unconventional family as they bond over getting to know each other as they prepare for an encounter with the pirate-hunting villain, Woodes Rogers. Absolutely great fun. An author's note gives some background on the diverse cast of characters, their real-life counterparts and a ( very ) brief overview of piracy.
MORE: Graphic Novels for 4th - 8th Grade
BEETLE AND THE HOLLOWBONES by Aliza Layne
Beetle is a young goblin and aspiring witch who is reunited with her friend Kat Hollowbone. Their friendship has Beetle questioning her feelings about her relationship with Kat as well as with her friend Blob Ghost. But it turns out Kat's aunt is evil and has plans to destroy the mall where Blob Ghost lives. This is a unique fantastical graphic novel.
THE HOBBIT by J. R. R. Tolkien, adapted by Chuck Dixon, illustrated by David Wenzel
My young teen has recently become obsessed with all things Tolkien, and so of course this graphic novel was at the top of his reading list. I did not personally read this one, since the Lord of the Rings universe is not my passion, but the fan in our house declared it to be, "Great! But still read the original and watch the movie." There you have it folks, your professional review.
Reader Interactions
Angela @ Setting My Intention says
May 02, 2017 at 2:02 pm
Thanks for this list! Im always looks ng for great booksnfor my kids - especially over the summer!
May 03, 2017 at 11:17 am
Happy reading!
Rebekah Gienapp says
May 02, 2017 at 8:23 pm
Blue Birds sounds fascinating! My family has ties to the Roanoke area, but I remember being uncomfortable with how Native Americans were portrayed in some of the history at the historical sites we visited (at least how it was portrayed 25 years ago.)
May 03, 2017 at 11:16 am
It's a wonderful book. Happy reading.
May 03, 2017 at 8:23 pm
I love your book lists! I read a lot and yet have only read 2 of the books on this list...I'm going to encourage my 12 yo to check out a few of these...and I'll check them out as well. I really, really loved The Girl Who Drank the Moon...a great story but with lots of wisdom tucked throughout.
July 24, 2017 at 4:49 pm
Many 8th grade classes read The Diary of Anne Frank. Please check with your school before having your 7th grader read it as they will not be able to do some predictor activitdoes and can create spoiler alert moments. You could read it with them during the year.
July 24, 2020 at 1:55 pm
Do you offer these lists as a print out, so that we don’t have all the ads?
July 24, 2020 at 6:27 pm
Some of the lists do have printables but not this one. I have over 300 lists so it takes a bit of time to go backwards to make all the printables. You can always use https://www.printfriendly.com/
Larrymcbottom2538493 says
July 15, 2021 at 8:52 am
I really liked this list. the only thing is that on the summary for The False Prince; The kingdom is called Carthya. and the estate that the nobleman brings them to is called Farthenwood. Otherwise this is a great list!
August 09, 2021 at 10:57 am
Thanks for the correction!
September 21, 2022 at 5:23 am
Its a lovely list
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Here are some summer reading recommendations for middle schoolers
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Summer Reading 2022 - Middle School: 7th Grade
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Each 7th grade student will read a total of two books: the choice of one from the list of eight options and the grade level book. Students should come prepared to discuss the grade level books in English class and to share their creative responses to the choice book in their Homebase groups.
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What our students read matters. That’s why our summer reading picks for 7th grade feature authors of different backgrounds, books that explore relevant social issues, and tackle challenges that middle schoolers face in their lives. In this time of constant change and upheaval, both in our students’ lives and in broader society, it is essential for our students to feel seen, understood, and valued.
While we would love for our students to read all the books on this list, we recommend letting students choose a few that pique their interest. Why? Because book choice is key to student agency and motivation.
Now, let’s get to the 7th grade summer reading recommendations!
A Place to Belong, by Cynthia Kadohata
In A Place to Belong, students have the opportunity to learn about a lesser known time in American and Japanese history following WW2. The book follows a young Hanako who is bewildered and hurt. America, the only home she’s ever known, has forced her family to move to Japan in a post WW2 world. The country is in shambles, making Hanako feel as though she could crack under the pressure of it all until she learns about the ancient tradition of kintsukuroi- fixing broken objects with gold lacquer, making them stronger and more beautiful than ever. Students will learn to understand and empathize with realities of war, and the power of overcoming adversity in this heart felt book.
Counting by the 7s, Holly Goldberg Sloan
Sometimes you just have to swim against the tide. This story expertly weaves the struggles of neurodivergence, mental health, adoption, and loss in an engaging, digestible format for 7th graders. Twelve-year-old genius, Willow Chance is obsessed with nature and diagnosing medical conditions and finds it comforting to count by 7s. Her life was mostly quiet and happy alongside her adoptive parents until it was suddenly turned upside down with the death of her parents. Your class will learn from and celebrate with Willow as she learns to endearingly push through her grief to find a diverse surrogate family in the wake of her heartache.
Baseball in April and Other Stories, by Gary Soto
In this collection of eleven short stories, author Gary Soto draws on his own experiences as a Mexican-American growing up in California to share captivating anecdotes about life as an adolescent. These stories take readers through a whole gamut of emotions – some are funny, some sad, some dramatic – but they all have a lesson to share around themes such as growing up, dealing with challenges, and friendships. This book is excellent for students who are struggling to read longer novels!
Goodbye Stranger, by Rebecca Stead
7th grade can be a confusing time for kids – navigating friendships, having “first crushes,” discovering self-expression. Goodbye Stranger explores these themes and more through strong characters and authentic storytelling that will draw in readers. This book is also well-poised to kick off conversations with students about using social media and texting responsibly and the consequences that their actions have, not just for them but others around them as well.
George, by Alex Gino
The New York Times Book Review describes George as “timely, touching…[and] the most right-now book imaginable.” Following the journey of Melissa, a transgender girl whom the rest of the world sees as George, this book is an insightful read for anyone who has ever felt different. It is an excellent starting point to explore issues such as gender, acceptance, and the trans community and the struggles they face. A must-read!
One Earth: People of Color Protecting Our Planet, by Anuradha Rao
What does an environmental defender look like? Like any one of us! In One Earth: People of Color Protecting Our Planet , author Anuradha Rao highlights a diverse selection of youth activists worldwide working to save the environment. These stories of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color who are all doing their part to save the Earth are sure to inspire and motivate students to take action.
A Good Kind of Trouble, by Lisa Moore Ramee
Twelve-year-old Shayla just wants to get through 7th grade without getting into trouble, but she quickly realizes that some things are worth breaking the rules for. In this genuine and relatable novel, students explore complex themes like right and wrong, social justice, racism, and more — a coming of age story set against the backdrop of bigger societal issues. A Good Kind of Trouble is a suitable starting point for students to have deeper conversations about current events, the Black Lives Matter movement, and their own role in dismantling harmful systems.
I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban, by Malala Yousafzai and Christina Lamb
Education is something most of us take for granted in the US, but not in Pakistan. In the autobiographical I Am Malala , the world’s youngest Nobel Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai recounts her experience of being shot by the Taliban when she stood up for her right to be educated. This book provides good context to the conflict and oppression in the Middle East while highlighting the importance of women’s rights and education. Students are sure to be inspired by Malala’s journey and her continual efforts to stand up for what she believes in!
When You Trap a Tiger, by Tae Keller
Winner of multiple awards, including the 2021 Newbery Medal, When You Trap a Tiger weaves Korean folklore with magical realism in this compelling read. Readers get glimpses into Korean culture and history while delving into themes like grief, identity, and family history. This is sure to be a favorite among students who enjoy fantasy, unique storytelling, and will leave them questioning what’s real and imagined!
Vital Signs, Read to Lead
Some kids might have a hard time even picking up a book during summer, and that’s where Read to Lead: Vital Signs could come in handy. Designed to meet anchor standards and catered to the Lexile range for 7th grade, Vital Signs is the second series on the Read to Lead game-based learning platform. Not only do students read approximately 5,000 words by working through each game in the series, but they also interact with diverse characters and learn more about a variety of career options. Game-based learning is also a great way to drive student interest and motivation. Sign up for a free account and get your students started with their summer reading program.
Summer reading lists are a wonderful starting point to encourage students to explore diverse books, expand their minds, and open themselves up to new perspectives. We hope that these multicultural books for middle schoolers that feature diverse viewpoints will inspire and engage them to keep reading during summer.
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Summer reading: 3 books in total (at least)
Required Text: Stand Up, Yumi Chung! by Jessica Kim
Required MS school read: Starfish by Lisa Fipps OR The Truth According to Mason Buttle by Leslie Connor.
Choice independent reading book
Assignments:
For the 7th grade required text: Complete the document for Stand Up, Yumi Chung! (Assignment due via email to Ms. Goodenough by August 22, 2022.)
For the required MS school read: Complete a bookmark for either Starfish or The Truth According to Mason Buttle .
There is not a written assignment for your choice independent reading book.
Remember to bring a PRINT copy (not an eBook or audiobook) of the following books to your first English class of the year:
Read Flying Lessons as an ebook in Sora through your BPS Clever account
Read Flying Lessons as an ebook in Sora using your Boston Public Library card.
Note: Make sure to add the MLS Commonwealth eBook Collection to your Sora page to find more copies. Watch the video that shows you how. If you only see the Place Hold option, click on it and the ebook will be available shortly.
Five fun facts about Ellen Oh, editor of Flying Lessons and founder of We Need Diverse Books, an organization committed to publishing works by authors of underrepresented groups.
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2022 ALSC Summer Reading Lists
ALSC's Quicklists Consulting Committee has updated our Summer Reading Lists with new and exciting titles for 2022!
The lists are full of book titles to keep children engaged in reading throughout the summer. Four Summer Reading lists are available for birth-preschool and grades K-2, 3-5 and 6-8. Each list is available here to download for free. Titles on the 2022 Summer Reading Lists were compiled and annotated by members of ALSC’s Quicklists Consulting Committee. ALSC reading lists are created as a resource for children's librarians to share with patrons. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore these titles to find resources that may match or spark their child's interest.
ALSC Summer Reading List Birth - Pre-K ( PDF )
ALSC Summer Reading List Kindergarten - Grade 2 ( PDF )
ALSC Summer Reading List Grade 3 - Grade 5 ( PDF )
ALSC Summer Reading List Grade 6 - 8 ( PDF )
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Required Summer Reading for English
For your summer reading assignment, you will read one of the following novels. To ensure the reading is fresh in your mind when you return to school, please do not begin reading your book until August 1st.
The packet you need to open and review is right below this section with a "LOOK HERE!" graphic.
This assignment consists of two parts: Part 1. Annotation: As you read, mark important words and passages. Write your notes by hand! Please see the annotation guide in the packet if you need help annotating. If you’re using a library book, you may use post-it notes or take notes on separate sheets of paper.
Part 2. Post-reading reflection: Please complete the post-reading worksheet in this packet once you finish reading the book. Your work will be collected on the first day of school in September.
You may of course read more than just one, but you only have to complete the post-reading reflection for one book. As you read, reflect on the importance of storytelling, which you’ve studied in 6th grade:
What story is the main character trying to uncover?
Why is that story important to them, and how does the story ultimately change them?
In addition, pay attention to the theme of dreams:
What roles do dreams play in the text?
How are they related to the act of storytelling, and why are they necessary for the characters?
Required Summer Reading for CPEJ
Middle School students are asked to read the books listed below over the summer in preparation for their goLEAD class next school year. These grade-specific books will connect to the environmental and social justice themes to be explored in the coming school year in goLEAD. Students should read their assigned grade-specific book before returning to school in September. The Center for Peace, Equity and Justice can loan students a book over the summer, as we have class sets. Carts are set up in the hall just outside the CPEJ room on the fourth floor. Students can drop by and check out a copy for the summer.
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Reading for Summer Joy!
The books in this section are new books published in 2021-2022 that your Librarian thought you might enjoy this summer. These are suggestions to read for joy. If you don't see anything here that suits you, please read what makes you happy! Developing the habit of reading for joy and relaxation is a life skill and good for the spirit. The link provided will bring you to title on the Friends Seminary Sora page. Many titles are available in ebook or audiobook on Sora. If you would rather read a physical book, please go to your local library or your local independent bookshop.
Whether you’re on vacation at the beach or find yourself with a little more time for reading, summer is always a good time to pick up a new book. Jeffrey Brown has recommendations from two News Hour regulars for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
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Geoff Bennett:
Whether you're on vacation at the beach or find yourself with a little more time for reading, summer is always a good time to pick up a new book.
Jeffrey Brown gets recommendations now from two "NewsHour" regulars for our arts and culture series, Canvas.
Jeffrey Brown:
And to talk about summer books and reading, I'm joined by Ann Patchett, author and owner of Parnassus Bookstore in Nashville, Tennessee. And Gilbert Cruz, he's the editor of The New York Times Book Review.
Thanks, both, for joining us.
Ann, you want to start with fiction?
Ann Patchett, Owner, Parnassus Books:
Sure thing.
I am very excited about "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman. If you want a book that has you from hello, this is the one. Family goes to the cape every summer for two weeks. They have kids in their 20s. They have elderly parents and they eat sandwiches. They are very near Sandwich, and they are the sandwich generation.
That's a real summer book, isn't it?
Ann Patchett:
Ah, it is the ultimate summer book.
And, also, if you're feeling a little stressed, get a copy of "Sipsworth" by Simon Van Booy. This one has been flying off the shelf. This is an elderly woman who's very isolated. She meets a mouse, and the mouse brings all of these wonderful people into her life. It sounds hokey. It's not. It is a really terrific book.
And for something a little darker, "Bear" by Julia Phillips, which has the whole fairy tale vibe. Two young sisters working so hard in a very tough existence on an island off the coast of Washington,it all changes when a bear comes to their neighborhood, and it drives the sisters apart.
Also want to give a quick shout-out to something that just came out in paperback, "Crook Manifesto," Colson Whitehead. Love this book so much. If you want some mystery, some cops and robbers, some corruption, some great writing.
Gilbert Cruz, what do you have for us in fiction?
Gilbert Cruz, Books Editor, The New York Times:
The first one is "Swan Song." Elin Hilderbrand, she is a writer who puts a book out every summer. They're all about Nantucket. They all have drama. They all have romance. And somehow I have found myself reading one book of hers a summer for the past decade.
I'm sort of — I have only been to Nantucket for two hours on, like, the coldest day that I can recall. So I have no idea what it's like to be there in the summer, but I sort of do because I have read a dozen Elin Hilderbrand books.
So I'm a big horror person. There's a book called "Horror Movie" by Paul Tremblay. And there's some people who save their scary stuff until October, until the fall. I'm not that person. I like it all year round. And I think there are many people like me.
This is about essentially an independent horror movie that was made years and years ago. A bunch of tragedies happened. It's become a cult film. And the only person left from the production has started to encounter some weird things. So that's "Horror Movie" by Paul Tremblay.
And then, finally, another genre book, a fantasy, "The Bright Sword" by Lev Grossman. If you have heard of Lev Grossman, it's because of his "Magicians" trilogy, which were a set of books that essentially imagined, what if Harry Potter, but with older people and cursing and all the stuff that older teenagers get into.
This new book imagines the days and the months after the death of King Arthur. So there have been many retellings of the King Arthur legend, books, movies, musicals. This one is sort of a sequel.
You went with all genre books for the summer.
OK, Ann, how about nonfiction?
Hanif Abdurraqib, "There's Always This Year," which is — "On Basketball and Ascension." This is a collection of essays about family and love and grief and fathers. But, most importantly, it's all woven together through the lens of basketball.
Hanif Abdurraqib is one of my favorite writers and just someone I learned from every time I read one of his books. Brilliant.
"My Black Country" by Alice Randall, which is a journey through country music's Black past, present, and future. Alice is a fiction writer and a scholar. This is the story of all the people who have been erased in country music's past, and she is restoring them into the landscape. It's a terrific book.
And "Consent" by Jill Ciment, a very slim little memoir. Jill Ciment was 16 years old when she first kissed her art teacher, who was 46. They got married and they stayed together until he died at 86. And it is her looking back on her life and thinking, it was a happy marriage, but, knowing what I know now, maybe there was something a little wrong about that.
And a great book that just came out in paperback that could be read as a companion piece, my favorite, "Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma" by Claire Dederer. You have got a book club, read these two together. Terrific.
Gilbert Cruz, what are your choices for nonfiction?
Gilbert Cruz:
Well, if I sort of went genre with my fiction choices, I'm also going to go a little pop culture with my nonfiction choices.
So the first book I'm going to talk about is "The Future Was Now" by Chris Nashawaty. This is — I love movies, and I think for a lot of people my age who love movies, the summer of 1982, if you care about science fiction and fantasy, stuff like that, was one of the biggest summers of all time. So it had "E.T.," "Poltergeist," "Blade Runner," "Tron," a "Mad Max" sequel, a "Star Trek" sequel.
And this is essentially a history of that summer, a history of those movies. So I'm looking forward to reading that one.
Another pop culture nonfiction book that's coming out later in June is called "Cue the Sun!" the invention of reality TV. This is by Emily Nussbaum. She's been a TV critic for many wonderful publications. And this is a history of modern reality TV. I don't watch reality TV. I never really have. And that means that I am out of the mainstream.
And so from "Cops," to "Survivor," to "The Bachelor," to "The Apprentice, to "Big Brother," to "Love Is Blind," these are some of the most popular shows of the past several decades. And Emily Nussbaum does an amazing job of sort of sketching that whole history in what they're billing as sort of the first comprehensive history of this very important genre.
Ann, have a bookstore. You have a lot of young readers and I know you wanted to give some choices for them.
Yes, I never want to miss a chance to plug some great kids books.
Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey, two of their classics have just come out in board books. So these are good for babies, for little kids. You can chew on them, "The Old Truck," "The Old Boat," beautiful, simple, terrific illustrations, great, clear story.
If you have a slightly older kid, absolutely, you want to buy a copy of "Ahoy!" by Sophie Blackall. This is a book about imaginative play and how you can have a summer adventure no matter where you are or what you have got to work with. I adore this book and everything Sophie does.
And America's favorite author for young people, Kate DiCamillo has a new novel out called "Ferris." It's about raccoons, chandeliers, S&H Green Stamps, grandmothers, love and happiness. It's a story about a happy family. Call me crazy, my favorite.
Ann Patchett and Gilbert Cruz, thanks very much.
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LibGuides: Summer Reading 2022
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Rising 7th Grade
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Ann Patchett: Ah, it is the ultimate summer book. And, also, if you're feeling a little stressed, get a copy of "Sipsworth" by Simon Van Booy. This one has been flying off the shelf.
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ADVENTURE & MYSTERY 7th Grade Books Summer Reading List. If you like adventure, try these books: City Spies by James Ponti. Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation by Stuart Gibb. 96 Miles by J.L. Esplin. Whale of the Wild by Rosanne Parry. The Van Gogh Deception by Deron Hicks. Scar Island by Dan Gemeinhart. Beneath by Roland Smith.
Published: March 15, 2022. Ages: 8+. 304 pages. Isaac and Marco have been besties for as long as they can remember. At the start of middle school, both boys decide to help each other reach their goals. For Isaac, it's getting better at more than just basketball — getting better grades and being more responsible.
by Karen Hesse. In a series of free verse poems, 15-year-old Billie Jo relates the hardships of living on her family's wheat farm in Oklahoma during the dust bowl years of the Great Depression. Powerful and moving, this Newbery Medal winner effectively depicts both a bleak historical era and one family's healing.
By Scholastic Parents Staff. Jun 19, 2024. Ages. 11-13. Summer is the perfect opportunity for your middle schooler to dive into page-turners that pique their unique interests. Check out these 20 best books every kid should read before turning 13. One of the best ways to keep kids reading this summer is by exposing them to a variety of series.
Summer Reading Guide 2022. Summer adventures are just waiting to start! Visit the ocean, take a swim, share a recipe with family, friends, and neighbors; create a garden, make new friends, learn a new word and more. These and more can start with a book! Happy reading!
The titles on this 7th grade summer reading list are good books for ages 11-13 ( or thereabouts) and will aid in the prevention of the "summer slide" as well as peak their interest and help them maintain good reading habits. More summer reading lists for 7th graders:
If you've got middle schoolers or you know someone in sixth, seventh or eighth grade looking for a good read this summer, Afoma Umesi has ideas. She writes the blog Reading Middle Grade, and she ...
Adventure & Mystery. City Spies by James Ponti Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation by Stuart Gibb 96 Miles by J.L. Esplin Whale of the Wild by Rosanne Parry The Van Gogh Deception by Deron Hicks Scar Island by Dan Gemeinhart Beneath by Roland Smith.
Even when G'ma starts acting stranger than usual. Everything Sad Is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri. ISBN: 9781646140008. At the front of a middle school classroom in Oklahoma, a boy named Khosrou (whom everyone calls "Daniel") stands, trying to tell a story. His story.
Rising 7th Graders Summer Reading Students entering 7th grade in the fall of 2022 should read the following books over the summer: The Magician's Nephew - C.S. Lewis, part of the Chronicles of Narnia series The Princess and the Goblin - George MacDonald AUGUST 26th: There will be a quiz on the plot of The Magician's Nephew. DUE AUGUST 31st: Identify a single theme in The Princess and ...
To help you cut through the clutter, here are our top choices for 7th grade summer reading. A Place to Belong, by Cynthia Kadohata. ... 2022. We know we are leaving big shoes to fill in 2023. Where else can you find a program that builds literacy, life, career, and SEL skills, with engaging online learning games and comes complete with all the ...
1 7th Grade Summer Reading 2022 Directions: Your goal this summer is to READ. I encourage you to read five books this summer—that's roughly one book every two weeks.Try to select books that you have not previously read, though some rereads are fine. As you go, log your reading on the attached book log, which you'll share at the start of school. ...
reading book. B y reading 30 minut es to an hour (if not more) ever y day, students will e stablish a consistent habit of reading that helps improve vocabular y and reading comprehension. The Seventh Grade class will be reading: Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech In addition t o reading the book, students are expected to complete a Summer Reading ...
A Good Kind of Trouble, by Lisa Moore Ramee. Twelve-year-old Shayla just wants to get through 7th grade without getting into trouble, but she quickly realizes that some things are worth breaking the rules for. In this genuine and relatable novel, students explore complex themes like right and wrong, social justice, racism, and more — a coming ...
Choice independent reading book; Assignments: For the 7th grade required text: Complete the document for Stand Up, Yumi Chung! (Assignment due via email to Ms. Goodenough by August 22, 2022.) For the required MS school read: Complete a bookmark for either Starfish or The Truth According to Mason Buttle.
For entering 7th grade the summer reading requirements are: Flying Lessons and Other Stories by Ellen Oh. Read Flying Lessons as an ebook in Sora using your Boston Public Library card. Note: Make sure to add the MLS Commonwealth eBook Collection to your Sora page to find more copies. Watch the video that shows you how.
Summer Reading 2022 Incoming Seventh Grade De a r Pa re nt s: St ude nt s e nt e ri ng se ve nt h gra de a re t o re a d a t l e a st t hre e books ove r t he c ourse of t he sum m e r, one of whi c h m ust be t he a l l -c l a ss re a d R e fuge e by Al an G r atz . Se e pa ge four for spe c i fi c de t a i l s on t he i r
Before entering 7th grade, a Norton Middle School student is expected to read two novels over the summer. We have included titles that seventh graders have recommended, but you may also choose any two books at your reading level. Then complete the required A-Z Challenge book response for each book. This will be due by Friday of the first week ...
Entering Seventh Grade 2022-2023 Students are required to read two books over the summer. One common book is required, and students should be prepared to take an assessment on the required book and discuss it in depth during the first week of school. The one choice book must come from the rising seventh and eighth grade reading list.
2. 7th Grade Required reading: Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Choice (select 1 from the following list) ... Summer Reading 2022 Guidelines 7th Grade Author: Martina Cole Created Date: 5/17/2022 9:03:07 PM ...
ALSC's Quicklists Consulting Committee has updated our Summer Reading Lists with new and exciting titles for 2022! The lists are full of book titles to keep children engaged in reading throughout the summer. Four Summer Reading lists are available for birth-preschool and grades K-2, 3-5 and 6-8. Each list is available here to download for free.
Summer Reading 2022. Happy Summer Reading Season, Friends! ... This is the complete Summer Reading Packet for Rising 7th Graders with instructions and annotation guidelines. ... Students can revisit a bit of the fourth grade curriculum that covered the Constitution and preview the seventh grade curriculum, which is devoted almost entirely to ...
2022 - 2023 7TH GRADE SUMMER READING. Dear Seventh Grade Students, Summer is a wonderful time of year that allows kids to play baseball, swim, hang out with friends, and go on family vacations. I want you to have time to do all of this and more, but I also want you to keep reading. The best way to become a better reader is to read more.
Ann Patchett: Ah, it is the ultimate summer book. And, also, if you're feeling a little stressed, get a copy of "Sipsworth" by Simon Van Booy. This one has been flying off the shelf.