The DCPS English Language Arts (ELA) team has compiled texts and experiences for elementary and secondary grade levels to use during the summer that are aligned to the ELA curriculum. The lists are designed to provide students and families with guided choices as they engage in independent summer reading. Lists include a range of interests, "reading levels" and types of experiences; students should be encouraged to read texts that are interesting and explore exciting opportunities in the District.
Elementary School
- Summer Reading Parent Letter[PDF]
- Summer Reading Parent Letter - Spanish[PDF]
- Children’s Choices Reading List[PDF]
- Young Adults’ Choices Reading List[PDF]
Secondary School
- Summer Reading and Experiences - ELA Grade 6[PDF]
- Summer Reading and Experiences - ELA Grade 7[PDF]
- Summer Reading and Experiences - ELA Grade 8[PDF]
- Summer Reading and Experiences - ENG I - Grade 9[PDF]
- Summer Reading and Experiences - ENG II - Grade 10[PDF]
- Summer Reading and Experiences - ENG III - Grade 11[PDF]
- Summer Reading and Experiences - ENG IV - Grade 12[PDF]