2016-2017 Independent Reading Requirements
Students should read a minimum of an hour each day.
30 minutes of this time should be uninterrupted.
Each nine weeks students will be required to read a minimum of four books, and complete reader response activities for each of the books. Specific genres are required during each quarter. If you have a question about a genre, just ask.
Instructions
Select a reader’s response sheet you have not completed yet this year, and that matches your book. (Notes/Handouts section)
Keep a simple log of your reading times for this book. (This is to track your progress, not grade you.)
Complete the reader’s response activities as you read.
Complete at least one book chat with the teacher.
Submit your finished products by the due dates.
Enjoy!
1st 9 weeks
Historical Fiction
Fiction - Science Fiction, Fantasy, or Horror
A novel with a dog as the main character or focus
Nonfiction Free Choice
11/7/16
2nd 9 weeks
Humor
Science Fiction
Religion or Spirituality (This can be a self help book.)
Best Seller (This can be a past or present Best Seller from any genre.)
1-13-17
3rd 9 weeks
Biography or Autobiography (A memoir is acceptable.)
Poetry
Dystopian Fiction
Free Read
3/28/17
4th 9 weeks
American Lit Classic
Novel made into a movie
Graphic Novel
Free Read
5/25/17