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Summer Reading Lists

Summer Reading Lists

Dear BSE Students,

This season, you're invited to go on a reading journey! Your task is to choose 4 books, but there’s a twist — each book must come from a different category. This will help you explore new genres, discover authors you’ve never met before, and expand your imagination.

Here are the categories to choose from:

  • Fiction – Dive into a made-up world! Choose a novel, short story collection, or mystery.
  • Non-Fiction – Learn something new. Try a biography, memoir, science, or history book.
  • Poetry or Drama – Discover rhythm and emotion in a poetry collection or a play.
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Classic Literature or Award-Winning Book – Read a book that has stood the test of time or won a major award (like Newbery, Caldecott, National Book Award, etc.).

Instructions:

  • Write down the title, author, and category of each book you choose.
  • Be prepared to share your favorite out of the four in a short discussion or project.
  • Try to choose books that are at or slightly above your grade level for a good challenge.
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