Summer Requirements Program

Math:

Choose a variety of activities from the math websites listed on the log.  Record the date and time that you accessed each website.  Also, make sure to briefly identify what topic(s) you covered on a particular website each day that you worked on that website.  The total time column must add up to at least six hours with a minimum of six entries by the end of the summer.

Download the Summer Math Log  -> Summer Math Log 2010

Reading:

Through the collaboration of various teachers from all grade levels and our library media specialists, every effort has been made to provide a summer reading list with books that appeal to various types of readers. Students will find the selections enjoyable and appealing. Selections and requirements have been made according to grade levels. Please find and read the selections and requirements that correspond to your child’s upcoming grade level. All reading assignments are due the first week of school for a quiz grade toward reading.

Download the Summer Reading List –> 2010 Middle School Summer Reading List

For students entering Sixth, Seventh, or Eighth grade:

Reading Requirements

Choose one (1) book to read from the appropriate grade level Summer Reading List provided (list coming soon)

Then, choose one (1) of the following assignments.

The assignment should be typed or written VERY neatly, using the proper heading

Reading Assignment Choice 1: Story Set-up

The Story Set-up should include:

• Title of Book
• Author
• Setting(s):  In a few sentences, describe the “wheres” and the “whens” of the story.  Comment on how the setting contributes to the plot.
• Characters and their Traits:  List the main character and a few of the minor character.  Describe each with several descriptive phrases that highlight their physical and character traits.
• A Plot Sequence: Bullet-style statements in full sentences that highlight the important events of the story.  Keep in mind that you want to include the conflicts or problems of the character(s) and how they were resolved at the end.
• Theme(s): A few sentences describing the central message of the story.  (Example:  The theme in Pinocchio is that love is what we are all about. Pinocchio became a real live boy when he stopped being selfish and disobedient.)
• Personal Reflection:  Write a short paragraph incorporating the following:
• Did you like the novel? Why or why not?
• What was your favorite scene? Why?
• Did you like the ending?
• Did you see yourself in any of the characters? In what ways? Did you see any situation that you’ve been in mirrored in the story?
• Would you recommend this novel to next year’s class? Why or why not?

Reading Assignment Choice 2: A Letter to the Author

This letter must be at least three paragraphs.  Each paragraph must be at least 75 words.

Paragraph one: Tell the author how you feel about the settings in the novel.  Comment on the descriptive passages, the time of the novel, and the place where the events take place.  Setting can create a certain mood.  How did you react to the mood of the story?

Paragraph two: Tell the author about the main character, and how you enjoyed the traits he or she exhibited.  Was the character humorous, and if so, recall when and how it contributed to the enjoyment of the story.  Was the character brave or troubled, and how did this contribute to the development of the story.  Compliment the author on the formation of the character through the conflicts and/or problems that this character had to resolve.

Paragraph three: Tell the author about a particular scene from the story that impressed you greatly.  It could be a dialogue between two people, or a scene when the main character is faced with difficulty, or a humorous scene that had you holding on to your sides.  It might even be a suspenseful scene or a scene filled with danger.  Describe it in detail and comment to the author why it was so well-written.

Close your letter with your personal reasons why you would recommend this book to others.  Give your reasons in at least two or three sentences.

Reading Assignment Choice 3: A Newspaper

This assignment involves selecting a scene from the book that demonstrates a conflict between two people, or between a person and nature (like a storm), or between two groups of people.  On scrap paper, list the elements of the scene: the characters, the setting, the struggle itself, and the people who were affected by this conflict.

Read a news story or two from a newspaper to get an idea about how to write up your selected scene as though it really happened and was written in a daily newspaper.

Give your story a title and write it making sure you give all the facts.  You might want to open with a quote from a character.  Make sure that you write in the third person, that is, that you write about the people, the events, and the setting.  The article should be about 150 words. You will need a second story, perhaps shorter than the first.  This one should be related to the first in some way.  We call this a “spin off” story.  Example: Back to Pinocchio.  Let’s say that you chose to write about the scene when Pinocchio goes down to the sea to find and rescue his father from the belly of the whale.  Your “spin off” story could be about this particular whale and how the fishermen have had problems with him as they set out to fish.  Don’t forget to give this story a title as well.  You may draw or obtain graphics for your stories.

Again, check a daily newspaper to observe how photos are used to balance a page as well as to draw the attention of the reader.  You may type your one page newspaper on Publisher or on any program that will allow you to create columns.  Name your newspaper and be sure to include a date.

This can be a fun project.  If you enjoy the writing, the photos, or the layout part, you might want to think about joining the newspaper staff for the school newspaper next year

Math:

Summer Book
(order SUMMER BOOK for next year’s grade level. For example: students in K will order SUMMER BOOK for rising 1^stgrader.)

Ordering Information:

Summerbook Company
305 Lyndale Drive
Hartsville,SC 27804
757-678-4001
www.summerbookcompany.com

Below is a list of summer requirements for rising second graders. If you have any questions concerning these requirements please feel free to contact us.

READING:

Choose 1 chapter book from the list below and be prepared to take an Accelerated Reader Test at the beginning of school. The Accelerated Reader Program is a computerized reading enrichment program that combines great children’s literature with computer skills. Students will read a book and then take a computer quiz that is given in a multiple choice format. As an individualized reading program, it is designed to motivate students to read more and determine their comprehension level.

Nate the Great
Amelia Bedelia
Henry and Mudge
Junie B.Jones
Magic Tree House
Young Cam Jansen
Mr. Putty and Tabby
A to Z Mysteries

Download the Reading List –> Summer Reading List for Rising 2nd Graders

MATH: Incoming second graders are expected to keep a “Math Log” indicating what they did to practice math facts on a daily basis. Second graders must log 10 minutes a day of math practice until math log is complete. Please note the date, the math activity, and the amount of time spent on the math practice. Examples o math activities can include computer games, flash cards, grocery shopping, and math bingo. The “Math Log” requires a parent signature to verify the work upon completion.

SUMMER READING BOOK: Attached is an order for “SUMMER BOOK,” this is a wonderful summer book series that has been used in previous years, which we highly recommend. It includes reading, math, science, social studies, and religion. The address and website are included so you can take a closer look at this series. We also have a copy in the classroom if you would like to see the book before purchasing. The book you would purchase is Summer Book 2.

Ordering Information:

Summerbook Company
305 Lyndale Drive
Hartsville,SC 27804
757-678-4001
www.summerbookcompany.com

Math:

Choose a variety of activities from the math websites listed on the log.  Record the date and time that you accessed each website.  Also, make sure to briefly identify what topic(s) you covered on a particular website each day that you worked on that website.  The total time column must add up to at least six hours with a minimum of six entries by the end of the summer.

Download the Summer Math Log  -> Summer Math Log 2010

Reading:

Read 2 Accelerated Reader Books and Pass the  AR Quizzes

• Make sure the titles are on the rising grade book level or higher:

3 rd grade-    3.0 or higher
4^th grade-     4.0 or higher
5^th grade-      5.0 or higher

• Select a book that you have not read or taken the AR quiz previously
• Remember AR quizzes can only be taken once
• Be ready to take the 2 Accelerated Reader Book Quizzes when you return to school in the fall

Download the AR Lists –> Accelerated Reader List By Author, Accelerated Reader List By Level, Accelerated Reader List By Title