Summer Reading

Summer Reading List 2009-2010

 

   

Reading good books broadens one’s outlook, stimulates one’s imagination, increases vocabulary, and provides quiet entertainment, a refreshing contrast to the over-stimulation of modern life.

 Over the summer each student MUST read two books total from the appropriate list.  The appropriate list is the one that reflects the course the student will be taking next year. (AP and IB courses should look for the lists specified for those classes.)

 Parents should review the list to help select books that are mutually acceptable to them and their children, since some works contain material with mature language and/or subject matter.  The English department includes a rating guide at the end of each description numbered 1 to 3 to help parents guide their children’s choices.  The guide is as follows:                                         

       1 – Grade Level
       2 – Moderately Challenging
       3 – Challenging

We encourage parents to share their love of reading by helping their child to select appropriate reading material. The librarians at the public libraries will be able to offer guidance as you make your choices. (Please see the link at the bottom of this page. You may use this link to check book availability at the area libraries.) Additionally, online booksellers also provide extensive descriptions and reviews of books. It is recommended that students take notes while reading books to facilitate student comprehension. A sample note taking sheet is provided below. By the end of September, all students will be responsible for demonstrating an understanding of what they have read. 

Summer Reading Note taking sheet

 

 

Select the course(s) you are taking in 2009-2010 from below:     

 

Ramapo Catskill Library Link :  http://www.rcls.org/