Summer Reading 2023 for Incoming 6^th Graders (Updated 6/2/2023)

Required to be read by each student:

Number the Stars  by: Lois Lowry

There is no summer assignment for Number the Stars. However, be ready to discuss and complete accompanying activities for Number the Stars over the first few weeks of school, followed by a test.

Happy Reading & Enjoy your summer break!

Each student is required to read 1 additional book of their choice from the listed books below:

I Will Always Write Back, How One Letter Changed Two Lives by: Caitlin Alifirenka

Rules by: Cythia Lord

The Stars Beneath Our Feet by: David Barclay Moore 

Amina’s Voice by: Hena Khan

Al Capone Does My Shirts by: Gennifer Choldenko

Almost Home by: Joan Bauer

Summer Reading Assignment

Directions: Choose and answer 4 of the following questions for the additional book you choose.

Answers should be typed with MLA heading, size 12 font, double-spaced, Times New Roman.

MLA Heading on the left-hand side of the page is as follows:

Student Name
Miss Farrell
English Language Arts
Day Month Year 

**Spelling, grammar, and punctuation all count!!!**

1.     Summarize the story in at least 5 sentences. Include characters, setting, conflict and resolution.

2.     Describe a choice one of the main characters or people made in the book.  How did this choice change that character/person? How did it affect the story as a whole?

3.     What was the theme of the story? What lesson was the author trying to teach?

4.     From whose point of view is this story told? How does this point of view shape the story?

5.     Was the title a good one for the story? Why or why not?

6.     Describe some personal connections that you made while reading the book. Were they related to any personal experiences, past readings, and/or current events? Be sure to reference specific moments from the text.

Note: Students are required to type their responses and print them out to be handed in on the due date. Students should take their time to plan and organize their thoughts and responses prior to writing. Spelling, grammar, and punctuation all count!

SUMMER READING WORK IS DUE ON Friday, September 8th, 2023. 

***Summer work is posted in your Math 2022-2023  Google classroom.  
Have a great summer and don't forget to practice your Math Facts as well!!!