5th Grade Summer Reading The purpose of summer reading is to encourage students to enjoy quality literature and to continue to develop their independent reading skills. Studies show that students who read everyday, do better in school. Just like in sports, real skill building occurs when individuals practice regularly. Summer reading also poses an opportunity to develop a real love of reading in your child. By allowing them free choice amongst an array of rich literature, children will begin to understand what it means to get completely immersed in a wonderful story.This summer, students are asked to read 2 books from the provided book list. After reading each book, students must write a book summary. The book summary must be signed by a parent or guardian before it is submitted.Book Summary CriteriaFor each book summary, the student must write 2 paragraphs with at least 5 sentences each. The first paragraph should be a summary of the book; the second paragraph should reflect the student’s recommendation (with specific examples) to read or not to read the book. The paragraphs will be assessed on the following qualities:

● content: summary and recommendation paragraphs● style: sentence structure and word choice● capitalization / punctuation / spelling

An outline worksheet and grading rubric are included for review and completion.

5th Grade Summer Book List

1. Wonder by R.J. Palacio

2.Holes by Louis Sacher

3.Dear Mr. Henshaw by Beverly Cleary

4.Matilda by Roald Dahl

5.Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhha Lai

6.The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate

7. Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli