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Summer Reading

RHS Required Reading for 11AP Language Students

One of their 3-4 books of choice reading for the summer must be a nonfiction text.

Attention WCASD Families!

Reading is one of the most important activities that students can engage in to keep their minds sharp. This summer, WCASD students entering grades 6 through 12 are encouraged to read at least three to four books. Students should be prepared to discuss their books when we return for the 2026-2027 school year.

Research shows that reading is most effective and students are most engaged when they have a choice in what they read. We encourage students to choose from various genres: biography, nonfiction, historical fiction, mystery, poetry, drama, etc. We ask that our families preview the books their child selects so that they are comfortable with the selection.

If  your  child  is  enrolled  in  AP  Language  or  AP  Literature,  please  refer  to  the  specific school’s  webpage  for  requirements  or  recommendations.  

Copies of books as well as many free, digital books are available through the Chester County Library System, or students can use their school username and password to download books from MackinVIA.com. Families and students may also purchase books if they prefer.
 

For books ideas, the following resources may be helpful:  

Summer Readding 11 AP English:

For English 11 AP Language, students must read at least one nonfiction book of their choice over the summer.

When selecting a text, choose a book that challenges you as a reader and provides opportunities for critical thinking, analysis, and discussion.

Students should be prepared to:

  • Discuss the book during the first weeks of school.
  • Analyze the author's purpose, argument, and use of rhetorical strategies.
  • Reference specific details and passages from the text in writing and class discussions.

Reading thoughtfully and actively will help you develop the analytical and critical reading skills necessary for success in AP English 11.

Questions

If you have any questions or need assistance accessing books, please contact Kara Bailey, Supervisor of Secondary English Language Arts, at kbailey@wcasd.net. 

We wish you and your family a relaxing and enjoyable summer!