Your child may be off campus for the summer, but not taking a break from learning! Find here PreS-8th Grade summer assignments and suggested reading lists for children of all ages.
Suggested Reading Lists
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Incoming PreSchool
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Incoming PreKindergarten
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Incoming Kindergarten
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Incoming 1st Grade
Reading
Math
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Incoming 2nd Grade
Reading
Math
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Incoming 3rd Grade
Reading
Read "Sidney and Sydney: Third Grade Mixup" by Michele Jakubowski. Then, on white paper, do a colorful illustration of your favorite scene, and add a one sentence caption at the bottom of the page. Please bring this in on the first day of school or send it to school with attention to: Caitlin Hurtgen.
At least one other free choice book.
Math
Students entering 3rd Grade in the fall are registered for the math portion of IXL (from "I excel"), which is a math practice website with unlimited questions on thousands of math topics, as well as a comprehensive reporting system. Some teachers and their students have been using IXL this year. Here is the link to the sign-in page of IXL:
IXL sign in (Please note that there are also iOS and Google Play mobile apps for easy access.)
All students should complete a Diagnostic test to pinpoint IXL “smart scores” after which they will be given a personalized program of skills to work on for the summer.
Students entering 3rd Grade should plan to do 20 minute sessions, 2-3 times per week.
**Please visit
blog.ixl.com for more information on this program.
Questions regarding this program, or a specific grade level assignment, should be directed, as follows:
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Incoming 4th Grade
Reading
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume
Hatchet by Gary Paulson
The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary
Stone Fox by John Reynold Gardiner
You select one of these titles and either read it independently, with a parent, or listen on audiobook. Then complete one of the choices listed on
this document.Math
Students entering 4th Grade in the fall have been registered for the math portion of IXL (from "I excel"), which is a math practice website with unlimited questions on thousands of math topics, as well as a comprehensive reporting system. Here is the link to the sign-in page of IXL:
IXL sign in (Please note that there are also iOS and Google Play mobile apps for easy access.)
Students should enter into the Diagnostic Arena if they are new to IXL to identify individual skill level. Upon completion of the diagnostic students will be able to practice topics appropriate to their level.
Current TCS students should continue to work in the “Diagnostic Arena” to pinpoint IXL “smart scores” and have been given a personalized program of skills to work on for the summer.
Students entering 4th Grade should plan to do 20 minute sessions, 2-3 times per week.
**Please visit
blog.ixl.com for more information on this program.
Questions regarding this program, or a specific grade level assignment, should be directed, as follows:
Questions regarding specific grade level assignments:
Meg Lyons
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Incoming 5th Grade
Reading
A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park (possibly should be a shared reading with an adult in that it involves the 1985 Civil War in Sudan; may want to do a little bit of research prior to reading)
Select one book from the four choices below:
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume
Hatchet by Gary Paulson
The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary
Stone Fox by John Reynold Gardiner
You select one of these titles and either read it independently, with a parent, or listen on audiobook. Then complete one of the choices listed on
this document. Questions concerning Required Summer Reading Assignment feel free to contact:
Kerri KellyMath
Students entering 5th Grade in the fall are registered for the math portion of IXL (from "I excel"), which is a math practice website with unlimited questions on thousands of math topics, as well as a comprehensive reporting system. Some teachers and their students have been using IXL this year. Here is the link to the sign-in page of IXL:
IXL sign in (Please note that there are also iOS and Google Play mobile apps for easy access.)
All students should complete a Diagnostic test to pinpoint IXL “smart scores” after which they will be given a personalized program of skills to work on for the summer.
Students entering 5th Grade should plan to do 20 minute sessions, 2-3 times per week.
**Please visit
blog.ixl.com for more information on this program.
Questions regarding this program, or a specific grade level assignment, should be directed, as follows:
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Incoming 6th Grade
English
Math
Students entering 6th Grade in the fall are registered for the math portion of IXL (from "I excel"), which is a math practice website with unlimited questions on thousands of math topics, as well as a comprehensive reporting system. Some teachers and their students have been using IXL this year. Here is the link to the sign-in page of IXL:
IXL sign in (Please note that there are also iOS and Google Play mobile apps for easy access.)
**Please visit
blog.ixl.com for more information on this program.
Questions regarding this program, or a specific grade level assignment, should be directed, as follows:
General questions regarding access to IXL or use of the program:
Brett Merrill
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Incoming 7th Grade
English
Math
Students entering 7th Grade in the fall are registered for the math portion of IXL (from "I excel"), which is a math practice website with unlimited questions on thousands of math topics, as well as a comprehensive reporting system. Some teachers and their students have been using IXL this year. Here is the link to the sign-in page of IXL:
IXL sign in (Please note that there are also iOS and Google Play mobile apps for easy access.)
All students should complete a Diagnostic test to pinpoint IXL “smart scores” after which they will be given a personalized program of skills to work on for the summer.
Students entering 7th Grade should plan to do 20-30 minute sessions, 2-3 times per week.
Math teachers will be monitoring progress at the end of the summer and at the beginning of the school year. These summer sessions will help your child be better prepared for a pre-course evaluation during the first week of school. We want to ensure your child is successful and prepared for their upcoming year in math.
**Please visit
blog.ixl.com for more information on this program.
Questions regarding this program, or a specific grade level assignment, should be directed, as follows:
General questions regarding access to IXL or use of the program:
Brett Merrill
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Incoming 8th Grade
English
Math
Students entering 8th Grade in the fall are registered for the math portion of IXL (from "I excel"), which is a math practice website with unlimited questions on thousands of math topics, as well as a comprehensive reporting system. Some teachers and their students have been using IXL this year. Here is the link to the sign-in page of IXL:
IXL sign in (Please note that there are also iOS and Google Play mobile apps for easy access.)
**Please visit
blog.ixl.com for more information on this program.
Questions regarding this program, or a specific grade level assignment, should be directed, as follows:
General questions regarding access to IXL or use of the program:
Brett Merrill
Questions regarding specific grade level assignments: Brett Merrill or Paul Birdsall.