Summer 2023 is Here!

What You Need to Know

Summer Reading 2023

YOU WILL BE READING TWO BOOKS:

One Novel-in-verse
One award-winning or nominated book

This year's summer reading will leave students with a lot of choice! There are plenty of lists that can provide information to help you select books that will meet your interests and needs for reading. You will find those lists below!

Don't be afraid to explore different genres and formats for summer reading! Audiobooks count as summer reading!

When we return in the fall, you will be participating in a variety of activities connected to your summer reading. Read your two books!

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If you have any questions, please email: lamothea@region-12.org

How Do I Get The Books?

Due to the choice involved with Summer Reading this year, you are responsible for getting your own books. You can purchase them from a bookstore of your choosing—shopping local (like the Hickory Stick) is always wonderful!

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Sora

Sora is our Audiobook and E-Book provider. You can download the app, or use it on your Chromebook. Sign in with your school Google account! If you don't find the book you want, email Miss Lamothe.

Sora Directions.

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Local Libraries

Don't forget to check out your local libraries for access to some of these books and fun summer programs!

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Audiobook SYNC

AudiobookSYNC is a summer program of FREE audiobooks for teens 13+. Two audiobooks are available each week through the Sora reading app. April 27 - August 2, 2023.

Novels-in-Verse

Novels in verse are stories that are told through poetry. They are incredible!

Check out these links for suggestions on Novels-in-Verse:

Award-Winning or Nominated Novel

Your second book is an award-winning or nominated book. Below are some websites that have lists of award winners and nominees. You are not limited to the following lists. You can always use Google to help you discover if a specific book has been nominated or won an award.