This year in reading, students will be exposed to many types of literature. They begin the year by reading a fantasy novel entitled, Top Secret by John Reynolds Gardiner. Students will also read survival, historical fiction, realistic fiction novels and tall tales. In addition, we will study poetry, plays, short stories and nonfiction. Help Opportunities: I am available for extra help afterschool, flex periods and lunch time. Studetns are asked to arrange a time for extra support when they are struggling within a topic. Homework: Students should expect to read fifteen minutes each night and fill in a reading log. Reading logs are due on Mondays and need to be signed by a parent. Completion of the reading log will be used when calculating reading averages each quarter. When students have reading homework from a class novel, this may count towards their 15 minutes of reading at home.