The ACDS Reading and Response Journal project is "required summer work".  Students may choose to keep either a hard copy journal, an online blog, or a combination of the two.  The requirements are the same for blogging or journaling; it is just the format that is different.  If you prefer to keep a journal, hard copy journals will be provided for every student and teacher.

If you prefer to keep a blog, you must have a signed permission from your parent. You can download, print and sign the permission slip (to the right) and turn in a hard copy or a scan a signed copy and email to Mrs. Ward by May 22nd.  You will also need to attend a workshop which will be announced at school.
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This site directs you to a wide array of "just right" books where you are sure to find something interesting to read. With few requirements, we hope that you will have fun blogging.  Click on the appropriate button below to learn more about specific requirements for your grade:

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Why Summer Reading is Required Summer Work
The reason why the ACDS Reading and Response Journal project is "required summer work" is to encourage wide reading, writing, thinking, noticing and creating.  Reading develops the mind.  It is how we discover new things.  And it develops the imagination.  Writing helps you to become a good communicator.  Like the development of all skills, maintaining and improving intellectual skills requires extensive practice. Studies show that the best readers read the most and poor readers read the least. The best way to improve fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, word knowledge, and understanding of syntax and grammar is to read and write regularly. The more the better!  This is a great way to introduce yourself to your teachers and classmates for next year as well. 
Why Choose Blogging
It's a fun way to stay connected this summer with classmates and friends through the "Summer Reading Blog"!
  • Have a lively discussion about the class "shared" reading selection.
  • Share a book or movie recommendation. 
  • Didn't like a book?  Let us know why. 
  • Create and share projects such as a drawing, video, book review, or comic.  Let your imagination run wild!
  • Write a poem or story and share it!
  • Tell us about your summer.  We'd love to hear about the places you visit, summer camps you attend, and interesting things you do.  Don't forget to include photos and videos! 
  • Find something interesting or funny (website, science experiment, game, facts)?  Share it!
  • Let us now if you hear of an upcoming fun event.