A summer reading challenge is a powerful way to keep students engaged, curious, and intellectually active over the long break. It helps maintain reading fluency and comprehension, preventing the common ‘summer slide’ in literacy skills. More importantly, it encourages students to explore new genres, discover personal interests, and develop independent reading habits. By making reading enjoyable and purposeful during the holidays, the challenge supports academic progress and builds a strong foundation for the new school year. We have included some recommended reading for students in Years 8 -11.