BLOGS  >  JANUARY 9, 2024

It's time to start forming your summer reading program!


Get started on summer reading.

Summer is not that far away! Now’s the time to make plans for a summer reading program. If you’re stuck – or haven't begun thinking about it yet at all – you’re in luck: Teacher Librarian Shannon McClintock Miller already collected some of the best titles for you to pick from on a new choice board. With reading levels spanning from preschool to Grade 12 and a mix of old favorites and new titles, there's something for students of all ages and interests!

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Make your summer reading plan.

Shannon also recently posted a blog all about summer reading for elementary, middle, and high school students. Pick up some tips to help you support your readers when school gets out! Learn how she uses technology to simplify this lift, including creating your own interactive choice board, step-by-step.

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Here's our full summer reading list.

It's never too early to start planning ahead! For even more books to choose from, check out the full summer reading list on Titlewave®.

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