As summer begins, we all look forward to family activities. One of the most valuable activities that you can enjoy with your own children is to share the reading experience with them. Studies have shown that children who read during the summer will maintain and grow their reading skills. With this in mind, the District is continuing its summer reading requirement. Summer reading titles are organized around grade level themes related to Civility. Students are invited to read books from our recommended list, or choose appropriate reading materials preferably aligning to the theme attached to their grade level.

Each grade level span has a specific sub-theme.
Click on the links below for a complete reading list.

K-2: Celebrating Differences
3-5: Caring About Others
6-8: Friendship

9-12: Making a Difference

Grade 9 Ungrouped
Grade 9 Honors
Grade 10 Ungrouped
Grade 10 Honors
Grade 11 Ungrouped
Grade 11 Honors
Grade 12 Ungrouped
Advanced Placement

Only K-8 students will record their reading on a Summer Reading Log.

We hope everyone joins the “Dozens” Club! Automatic membership is provided to all students who can document that they have read at least 12 books from June 9th through August 27th.

Books can be found at local libraries, including the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Libraries and the Cuyahoga County Public Libraries, as well as at local bookstores.

The recommended books at each grade level represent different reading levels and genres (i.e. mystery, fairy tales, tall tales, nonfiction, etc.) and are written by a selection of the best children’s authors, ensuring that your child will find something that interests him/her. Additionally, students are encouraged to select appropriate books and reading materials that appeal to their interests.

In order to help your child select a book that is appropriate for independent reading, ask him or her to read a portion to you and then ask a few questions to test their understanding of what they have read. Generally, if there is difficulty reading more than five (5) words on a page, it may be too difficult. In addition to being a valuable educational experience, summer reading above all should be FUN for you and your child!

In the fall, teachers will follow-up on summer reading, and parents will be asked to provide feedback, including additional titles that could be added to our recommended list. The vision is that the summer reading list will be continually upgraded to include new excellent titles and authors while maintaining entrance to classic literature.

Enjoy your summer! The librarians at all the public libraries are very willing to help assist families select books. The public libraries also have wonderful summer reading programs for all readers that can extend the summer reading experience. Enrolling your child would be another fun, recommended activity that promotes reading and the love of books! We appreciate your support as we strive to develop a community of lifelong readers!

Questions about summer reading? Please contact Coordinator of Literacy Helen Hirsch at 216-320-2223.