2015 Summer Reading
Saint Bridget School Manchester, CT
How wonderful to be able to READ! This summer I want to continue to encourage reading by suggesting specific books and authors for each grade level. Students going into grades two through eight have required reading as well. As the children read these books they will increase their love of reading as well as strengthen their skills. Please encourage them by creating a fun environment and time for reading. Lemonade and flashlights outside have been known to coax the reluctant reader. Included with our list are the “Connecticut Reads” reading journals. The Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge for 2015 is underway. We are participating in this challenge to read, not just for the fun of competition, but because Saint Bridget School realizes how important reading during the summer months is for creating and maintaining competent readers. Each child is encouraged to return the reading log for The Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge, called Connecticut Reads 2015 upon returning to St. Bridget School in September. We ask that each book read during the summer be recorded in the log. (Parents: please put your initials next to each title to show that you know it was read). Sometime before the school year begins, your child should fill in the back page as well, indicating his/her favorite book read this summer. We encouraged the children to read often and find books that interest them. There are additional suggested reading list by grade level on the State of CT website. Just search CT Governor’s Reading Challenge 2015 for the website. All students who return the Governor's Challenge reading log to the office by September 11, will receive a reward certificate. In addition there are some other wonderful summer reading programs, such as the Manchester Library’s program and Barnes and Noble summer reading program. If you do participate in these as well, just make a copy of the same titles on the CT Reads 2015 log. I hope you enjoy this reading incentive program. Mrs. Mary Alice Nadaskay
Going into Grade 1 Reading everyday is most important. Choose books that your child will enjoy too! Recommended Books and Authors Brown, Marc - easy Arthur stories Berenstain, Stan and Jan Carle, Eric, picture books Dr. Seuss - and any rhyming picture book Henkes, Kevin, picture books Pfister, Marcus Sendek, Maurice Easy to Read books-Step 1 I Can Read Books -Level 1 Alphabet books to reinforce ABCs My First Prayers-Brooks, Jeremy Any age appropriate picture book is acceptable ***************
Going into Grade 2 **Required Reading** Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown If the chapter book is difficult, it may be read aloud.
Students will complete a book project upon their return to school. Recommended Books: Young Cam Jansen Adler, David Curious Geoge Rey, H. A. Frog & Toad Lobel, Arnold Henry & Mudge Rylant, Cynthia Mary, Mother of Jesus dePaola, Tomie Any Dr. Seuss Books Seuss, Dr. I CAN READ Books Challenge Readers Series: Cam Jansen Adler, David Junie B. Jones Park, Barbara Amelia Bedelia Parish, Peggy Magic Tree House Books Osborne, Mary Pope Ready Freddy Klein, Abby Book of Bible Stories dePoala, Tomie You are Special Lucado, Max ***Any early chapter books that your child enjoys are
Going into Grade 3 Participation in the Governor’s Reading Challenge or any other reading incentive program is encouraged for all third grade students.
**REQUIRED READING**
Oh, the Places You’ll Go By Dr. Suess
Upon returning in the fall, this book will be used for class discussion and projects. Recommended Books: Encyclopedia Brown Pink and Say The BFG Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery
Donald Sobal Patricia Polacco Roald Dahl James Howe
Recommended Authors: Lyne Banks Franklin Dixon Paula Danziger Suzy Kline Barbara Parks
Judy Blume Beverly Cleary E.B. White Lemony Snicket Mary Pope Osborne
Matt Christopher Roald Dahl Laura Ingalls Wilder Donald Sobol David A. Alder
James Howe Any chapter book that meets your child’s reading level is acceptable *************
Going into Grade 4 **REQUIRED READING**
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing By Judy Blume
Students will write a book report after receiving the format in class. Participation in the Governor’s Reading Challenge or any other reading incentive program is encouraged for all fourth graders. Recommended Authors: Beverly Cleary Jeff Brown J.K. Rowling Andrew Clements Roald Dahl Carolyn Keene Suzy Kline E.L. Konigsburg Franklin Dixon C.S. Lewis Betty McDonald Dan Gutman Natalie Savage Donald and Rose Sobol Matt Christopher Bill Wallace Judy Blume (age appropriate) George Selden E.B. White Laura Ingalls Wilder Marguerite Henry Recommended Books: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Anatasia Krupnik Trumpet of the Swan Boxcar Children Series
K. DiCamillo Lois Lowry E.B.White Gertrude C. Warner
Fourth grade Students are encourage to read the 2016 Intermediate Nutmeg Award Nominees. A list of these books can be found at www.nutmegaward.org and are available at all CT public libraries.
Going into Grade 5 **REQUIRED READING**
The One and Only Ivan By Katherine Applegate Upon returning in the fall, this book will be used for discussion and an assignment will be given which will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. Fifth grade students are encourage to read the 2016 Intermediate Nutmeg Award Nominees. A list of these books can be found at www.nutmegaward.org and are available at all CT public libraries. Additional Suggested Reading List: Because of Mr. Terupt The City of Ember The Mouse and the Motorcycle Old Yeller Out of My Mind Island of the Blue Dolphin The Lightning Thief Bud, Not Buddy Shiloh Into the Wild How to Eat Fried Worms
Rob Buyea Jean DuPrau Beverly Cleary Fred Gipson Sharon M. Draper Scott O’Dell Rick Riordan Christopher Paul Curtis Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds Erin Hunt Thomas Rockwell
Suggested Authors: Bill Wallace, Matt Christopher, Avi, Andrew Clements, Roald Dahl., Dan Gutman, Judy Blume, Linda Sue Park, Joan Hiatt Harlow, Jean Craighead George, Peg Kehret, Erin Hunter, Gordon Korman, Beverly Cleary.
Going into Grade 6 Students will complete a written assessment and discussion upon returning to school in September. All summer reading assessments will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. **REQUIRED READING**
From the Mixed –Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler By E.L. Konigsburg
Going into Grade 7 Students will complete an assignment upon returning to school in September which will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. . **REQUIRED READING**
Trapped By Michael Northrup
Going into Grade 8 Students will complete an assignment upon returning to school in September which will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. **REQUIRED READING
Outsiders By S. E. Hinton
Have a great summer!!
How wonderful to be able to READ! This summer I want to continue to encourage reading by suggesting specific books and authors for each grade level. Students going into grades two through eight have required reading as well. As the children read these books they will increase their love of reading as well as strengthen their skills. Please encourage them by creating a fun environment and time for reading. Lemonade and flashlights outside have been known to coax the reluctant reader. Included with our list are the “Connecticut Reads” reading journals. The Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge for 2015 is underway. We are participating in this challenge to read, not just for the fun of competition, but because Saint Bridget School realizes how important reading during the summer months is for creating and maintaining competent readers. Each child is encouraged to return the reading log for The Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge, called Connecticut Reads 2015 upon returning to St. Bridget School in September. We ask that each book read during the summer be recorded in the log. (Parents: please put your initials next to each title to show that you know it was read). Sometime before the school year begins, your child should fill in the back page as well, indicating his/her favorite book read this summer. We encouraged the children to read often and find books that interest them. There are additional suggested reading list by grade level on the State of CT website. Just search CT Governor’s Reading Challenge 2015 for the website. All students who return the Governor's Challenge reading log to the office by September 11, will receive a reward certificate. In addition there are some other wonderful summer reading programs, such as the Manchester Library’s program and Barnes and Noble summer reading program. If you do participate in these as well, just make a copy of the same titles on the CT Reads 2015 log. I hope you enjoy this reading incentive program. Mrs. Mary Alice Nadaskay
Going into Grade 1 Reading everyday is most important. Choose books that your child will enjoy too! Recommended Books and Authors Brown, Marc - easy Arthur stories Berenstain, Stan and Jan Carle, Eric, picture books Dr. Seuss - and any rhyming picture book Henkes, Kevin, picture books Pfister, Marcus Sendek, Maurice Easy to Read books-Step 1 I Can Read Books -Level 1 Alphabet books to reinforce ABCs My First Prayers-Brooks, Jeremy Any age appropriate picture book is acceptable ***************
Going into Grade 2 **Required Reading** Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown If the chapter book is difficult, it may be read aloud.
Students will complete a book project upon their return to school. Recommended Books: Young Cam Jansen Adler, David Curious Geoge Rey, H. A. Frog & Toad Lobel, Arnold Henry & Mudge Rylant, Cynthia Mary, Mother of Jesus dePaola, Tomie Any Dr. Seuss Books Seuss, Dr. I CAN READ Books Challenge Readers Series: Cam Jansen Adler, David Junie B. Jones Park, Barbara Amelia Bedelia Parish, Peggy Magic Tree House Books Osborne, Mary Pope Ready Freddy Klein, Abby Book of Bible Stories dePoala, Tomie You are Special Lucado, Max ***Any early chapter books that your child enjoys are
Going into Grade 3 Participation in the Governor’s Reading Challenge or any other reading incentive program is encouraged for all third grade students.
**REQUIRED READING**
Oh, the Places You’ll Go By Dr. Suess
Upon returning in the fall, this book will be used for class discussion and projects. Recommended Books: Encyclopedia Brown Pink and Say The BFG Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery
Donald Sobal Patricia Polacco Roald Dahl James Howe
Recommended Authors: Lyne Banks Franklin Dixon Paula Danziger Suzy Kline Barbara Parks
Judy Blume Beverly Cleary E.B. White Lemony Snicket Mary Pope Osborne
Matt Christopher Roald Dahl Laura Ingalls Wilder Donald Sobol David A. Alder
James Howe Any chapter book that meets your child’s reading level is acceptable *************
Going into Grade 4 **REQUIRED READING**
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing By Judy Blume
Students will write a book report after receiving the format in class. Participation in the Governor’s Reading Challenge or any other reading incentive program is encouraged for all fourth graders. Recommended Authors: Beverly Cleary Jeff Brown J.K. Rowling Andrew Clements Roald Dahl Carolyn Keene Suzy Kline E.L. Konigsburg Franklin Dixon C.S. Lewis Betty McDonald Dan Gutman Natalie Savage Donald and Rose Sobol Matt Christopher Bill Wallace Judy Blume (age appropriate) George Selden E.B. White Laura Ingalls Wilder Marguerite Henry Recommended Books: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Anatasia Krupnik Trumpet of the Swan Boxcar Children Series
K. DiCamillo Lois Lowry E.B.White Gertrude C. Warner
Fourth grade Students are encourage to read the 2016 Intermediate Nutmeg Award Nominees. A list of these books can be found at www.nutmegaward.org and are available at all CT public libraries.
Going into Grade 5 **REQUIRED READING**
The One and Only Ivan By Katherine Applegate Upon returning in the fall, this book will be used for discussion and an assignment will be given which will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. Fifth grade students are encourage to read the 2016 Intermediate Nutmeg Award Nominees. A list of these books can be found at www.nutmegaward.org and are available at all CT public libraries. Additional Suggested Reading List: Because of Mr. Terupt The City of Ember The Mouse and the Motorcycle Old Yeller Out of My Mind Island of the Blue Dolphin The Lightning Thief Bud, Not Buddy Shiloh Into the Wild How to Eat Fried Worms
Rob Buyea Jean DuPrau Beverly Cleary Fred Gipson Sharon M. Draper Scott O’Dell Rick Riordan Christopher Paul Curtis Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds Erin Hunt Thomas Rockwell
Suggested Authors: Bill Wallace, Matt Christopher, Avi, Andrew Clements, Roald Dahl., Dan Gutman, Judy Blume, Linda Sue Park, Joan Hiatt Harlow, Jean Craighead George, Peg Kehret, Erin Hunter, Gordon Korman, Beverly Cleary.
Going into Grade 6 Students will complete a written assessment and discussion upon returning to school in September. All summer reading assessments will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. **REQUIRED READING**
From the Mixed –Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler By E.L. Konigsburg
Going into Grade 7 Students will complete an assignment upon returning to school in September which will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. . **REQUIRED READING**
Trapped By Michael Northrup
Going into Grade 8 Students will complete an assignment upon returning to school in September which will be part of each student’s first quarter grades. **REQUIRED READING
Outsiders By S. E. Hinton
Have a great summer!!
