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Summer reading is a wonderful way to keep your child’s mind active and growing while school is out. Engaging with books over the summer helps children maintain the skills they’ve worked so hard to develop during the school year and can even boost their confidence as readers. It’s also a chance to explore exciting stories, spark new interests, and build a lifelong love of reading—all at their own pace. Whether it's a trip to the library, reading together before bedtime, or diving into a new series on a rainy day, summer reading is a fun and enriching way to support your child’s learning and imagination.

Click on the PDF to view the reading list by grade.

Summer reading is especially important for middle school students as they navigate the transition from childhood to adolescence and build the skills needed for more complex learning. Reading over the summer helps students retain what they’ve learned, strengthen critical thinking, and develop greater independence as learners. It’s also a great way for them to explore new interests, discover favorite authors or genres, and build confidence in their abilities. Whether it’s through graphic novels, nonfiction, or a thrilling series, summer reading keeps their minds active and engaged, setting them up for a strong start to the new school year!