Period 3 English 8

Course Description

In 8th grade, students read and understand a variety of informational texts including essays, speeches, biographies, and other types of historical, scientific, and technical material. Students also read and understand a wide range of literature such as stories, plays, and poems from across cultures and time periods. In writing and class discussions, 8th graders continue to gather information from multiple sources, and evaluate whether the sources are credible and accurate. Students write both short, focused compositions, and longer papers that involve research, reflection, and revision over time.

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Recommended Reading List

In preparation for high school, this is a compilation of recommended books to read. Some high schools post summer reading lists based on incoming grade levels. Be sure to check with your high school and see if that is available! 
 
Bottom line:  read!
 
Challenge yourself to read out of your comfort zone:  recommendations from librarians and other adults rather than reading Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Captain Underpants (funny, yes ... but not grade level reading for late middle school or high school). Your ability to successfully engage in complex texts will make high school easy! :) 
 
Note the end of this list suggests you wait to read titles that may be required reading in high school. I disagree. There is much to be gained from reading a book more than once!