Students entering Grade V are required to read:

Whale Eyes

+

3 additional books of their choice

Books on the state's 2026-2027 Massachusetts Children's Book Award (MCBA) list are marked. The library will challenge all fifth graders to read at least 5 MCBA books between now and April so they can vote on the winner in the spring. 

Students entering Grade VI are required to read:  

Whale Eyes

+

3 additional books of their choice