Extra Credit

Students  may earn extra credit by reading one of the following novels each six weeks.  After reading the novel, they may take an AR test on the novel.  If they score a 70 or above, the student will receive a 100 test (major) grade for the six weeks.    Points earned for the novels below will also count towards a students' AR goal and grade. Students are responsible for notifying the teacher of a passed test. 

Anne of Green Gables, L.M. Montgomery

The Book Thief, Markus Zusak*

Corner of Universe, Ann M. Martin*

The Devil's Arthimatic, Jane Yolen

Let the Circle be Unbroken, Mildred Taylor

Little Women, Louisa May Alcott

Summer of My German Soldier, Bette Greene

The Red Pony, John Steinbeck

There's a Boy in the Girl's Bathroom, Louis Sachar**

Warriors Don't Cry, Melba Patillo*

*Deals with sensitive subject matter.  Please discuss with parents before reading.  Parents, please feel free to contact Mrs. Compo at compoam@bosqueville.k12.tx.us with questions regarding specific books.

**Allowable with special permission from Mrs. Compo.