Knox Trail Summer Reading Requirements
*Read the required book for your grade.*
- Incoming 5th graders: Ghost- Jason Reynold
Choose 1 of the following activities to complete:
1. Throughout the novel, Ghost has a number of adults who act as advocates for
him: Mr. Charles, Coach, his mom, and even Principal Marshall. Consider the
importance of each of these figures in Ghost’s life. Then write an essay or
prepare a speech about a trusted adult in your own life. Why do you trust this
person?
2. Jason Reynolds uses world records as a framing motif in the novel. Research
world records and create a poster about some of the most interesting world
records that you find. If you were going to try to break a world record, which one
would you attempt? - Incoming 6th graders: Hatchet- Gary Paulson
Choose 1 option from the choice board to demonstrate your understanding of the novel.
Be sure to include all listed requirements in your work.
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- Incoming 7th graders: The Giver- Lois Lowry
Brief chapter summaries. 5-7 sentences each.
Focus on plot, characters and important events.
- Incoming 8th graders: Inside Out and Back Again- Thanhha Lai
Brief chapter summaries. 5-7 sentences each.
Focus on plot, characters and important events.