Summer Reading in Three Simple Steps 

#1 - Review ESD's Summer Reading page to find your grade level's required book. 

#2 - Choose a 2nd book to read!

5th & 6th Grades: Your teachers have a list for you to select from on the Summer Reading page. 

7th Grade: select a book that's new to you that meets at least a seventh-grade reading level. To find a book, you may browse the Book Suggestions on this site for ideas. You can also head to your local library or bookstore and browse the stacks or check the Gill Library Catalog to see what’s available, or head straight to Sora to check out our digital collections (instructions).

8th Grade: select a book relating to the idea of Choice and Voice, exploring ways individuals in society do–and do not–choose to use their voices and actions to live “lives of purpose through the development of an educated conscience.” You may refer to these titles if you wish, or peruse the Book Suggestions on this site. You can also head to your local library or bookstore and browse the stacks or check the Gill Library Catalog to see what’s available, or head straight to Sora to check out our digital collections (instructions).

If you have any questions or would like reading recommendations, please reach out to Mrs. Lyons at lyonsm@esdallas.org. 

#3 - Look back at the Summer Reading Requirements to see how your teacher will incorporate your summer reading into class the first few weeks of school.

Need help with the instructions? Use the resources in the link at the top of this page titled "Analyzing Literature."

Want to Challenge Yourself as a Reader this Summer? 

Print out one of these optional Summer Reading Challenge cards and start reading! Invite a friend to join your challenge.