After taking a look at the calendar for the remainder of the year the grade 8's and I have decided to revise the number of books they are required to read.
Here's the new plan:
1 Poetry
1 Fantasy
1 Science Fiction
1 Realistic Fiction
1 Historical Fiction
1 Mystery
1 Informational
3 chapter books of own choice
Total: 10 Books
Assignments:
4 Letters
1 Important Passage
1 Sketch to Stretch
1 Clay Connection
1 QQSO(Quote, Question, Surprise, Observation)
1 Book Review
1 Presentation(very short)
Total: 10 Assignments