Author: Whitney, Betty

2020 8th Grade Summer Reading List
(for 7th graders going into 8th grade)
Choose a fictional book (150 pages or more) that is set in a location where you would like to travel for a vacation.
Assignment: You will complete an assignment with this book at the beginning of the school year.
2. A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park
Assignment: (Due on the first day.) Write a 2-3 paragraph essay explaining at least TWO lessons that can be learned from the book. Cleary state each lesson and give examples from the book to support each.
All essays should be typed in MLA format in a 12-point font. Use the MLA header shown below:
Name
Teacher’s Name
Class
Date
Choose a biography or autobiography that is 150 pages or more.
Assignment: You will receive your assignment the first week back. Be prepared to do an oral presentation on the person you chose.