9th Grade Literature
Overview:
- Required
- Part 1: Theme Essay
- Optional
- Part 2: One-Pager
- Student one-pager must be submitted by the deadline.
- One-pager grade will serve as a formative replacement grade for the first semester. Summer reading cannot replace a Missing Formative Grade.
Assignments are DUE no later than August 16!
Assignments are DUE no later than August 16!
- GoodReads book synopsis and reviews are linked for each book. Also, consider checking out book age-based ratings on Common Sense Media before making a selection.
- If you are unsure if are scheduled for 8th grade ELA or 9th Grade Literature, please reach out to amcwhorter@bryan.k12.ga.us
Required:
Required:
Please select one novel from the list below. You will be asked to write a summative essay in class when you return to school in the fall.
Please select one novel from the list below. You will be asked to write a summative essay in class when you return to school in the fall.
Optional: Select one novel from the list and complete the one-pager assignment.
Optional: Select one novel from the list and complete the one-pager assignment.
Hidden Figures
Hidden Figures
by Margot Lee Shetterly
Lexile: 1120
Highly recommended for STEAM students.
Assignments:
Assignments:
Part 1 Required: Theme Essay
Part 1 Required: Theme Essay
You will complete your theme essay within the first few weeks of 8th grade.
Take notes, create an outline, or annotate the novel as you read. You may use your resources to write your novel.
