Summer Reading
Reading can be one of the many fun activities children fill their summer time with. Research has shown it is also much more! Children who participate in public library summer reading programs not only avoid the “summer slide” in learning, but also score higher on reading achievement tests than those who do not participate. The books on these list may also be available in ebook, audio book, braille, and large print formats. This summer, encourage your child to participate in the summer programs happening at your local public library. Summer public library program brochures are available by clicking the library links below
Helen Hall Public Library, League City
Parker Williams Branch Library, Scarsdale Blvd., Houston
Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library, Diana Lane, Houston
Evelyn Meador Branch Library, Seabrook - Children's Summer Reading, Teen Summer Reading Calendar 2013
Friendswood Public Library - Children's Brochure, 4th-6th, YA brochure
2013 Elementary Suggested Summer Reading Lists
Grades K-2
Texas 2x2 List for grades K-2
The American Library Services for Children summer reading recommendations for grades K-2
Grades 3-5
Texas Bluebonnet List for grades 3-6th
The American Library Services for Children summer reading recommendations for grades 3-5
2013 Secondary Summer Reading Lists
Summer reading and associated activities for credit at the secondary level are through the English Language Arts classes. The links to the list and activities are below by program and grade level.
Intermediate Students - Regular, Pre AP, and WAVE
6th Grade
7th & 8th Grade
Intermediate Social Studies
There are not any assigned readings for credit for intermediate socialstudies classes, but there are recommended nonfiction and fictionalized accounts regarding the historical periods and topics that will be covered during their social studies classes. Students are invited to read any of the recommended books on this list to extend their knowledge and gain a better understanding of the content of their social studies classes.
High School Students - Regular, Pre AP, and AP
English I & II
Please note that students in regular English I and II are invited to read and complete assignments for up to three of the listed selections for extra credit.
AP English III & IV Please note that students in regular English III and IV are invited to read and complete assignments for up to three of the listed selections for extra credit. High School Social Studies
There are not assigned readings for credit for high school social studies classes, but Pre AP and AP social studies students who would like to extend their knowledge and prepare for the upcoming school year might want to select a recommended title from the
attached list by subject area.
Other lists for secondary reading fun and enjoyment
Texas Lone Star List for 6-8th graders
Recommended titles for 6-8th from the American Library Association
Texas TAYSHAS List for 9-12th graders
The Young Adult Library Services Association Book Awards and Book Lists for ages 12-18