Summer Reading Challenge 2026

Join the Summer Reading Challenge of 2026.  We want you to read more books!  

How do you do it?  

Complete a chapter book.  Send TeacherP an email letting me know what book you read and what the author's name is.  That's it.  Simple and fun.  I'll update your name on this list.

Participant = 5 books this summer

Champion Level = 10 books

Elite Level = 15 books

Summer Reading Challenge 2025!!!

 

TeacherP wants YOU to join the Summer Reading Challenge of 2025.  It's easy, read at least 5 chapter books this summer.  

Send me an email each time you finish a book with the title and the author and I will add you to this list.

Level up!!!

• Participant:  5 books
• Bookworm:  10 books
• Elite Reader:  15+ books

Summer Reading Challenge 2024

 TeacherP wants YOU to join the Summer Reading Challenge!

Your Mission:

• Read as many chapter books as you can over the course of the summer.
• Record your books by leaving a comment on this page or sending me an email.
• Check out your status and encourage your friends on this page!

Mission Parameters:

1. Sign up by sending me an email or leaving a comment on this page.
2. Read a good chapter book.
3. Let me know the name of the book and the author.
4. Repeat.
5. The challenge starts on June 5 and ends when school starts in August.

Mission Success:

• 5 books = participant
• 10 books = champion
• 15+ books = elite

Happy Reading!

Summer Reading Challenge of 2023

Who?  Anyone from our school who likes to read.

What? Read books over the summer and send me an email or leave a comment.

Make sure you tell me the title and author of the book.

• A participant will read at least 5 good chapter books this summer. 
• A champion reader will read at least 10 books this summer. 
• An elite reader will read 15 or more books.

When?  The Summer Reading Challenge starts June 12 and ends on the first day of school.

Where?  That's the beauty of it. You can participate from anywhere in the world! 

Just leave me a comment for each book you read.

How?  As you complete chapter books this summer, leave a comment with the author and title of the book.  I will update you on the official SUMMER READING CHALLENGE PAGE.  You can track your progress and the progress of your friends too.

Why? Do you really need to ask this question? 

You should participate because reading is awesome! 

I will also be recognizing students who participate and read at least 5 books with award certificates.

Summer Reading Challenge 2022

 TEACHERP WANTS YOU to join the 

Summer Reading Challenge of 2022.

The challenge: You should read at least 5 good chapter books this summer.  Make sure you pick books that are the right challenge level for you.  If you can read more, the YOU ROCK!  Leave a comment on this page and I will add you to the official Summer Reading Challenge list. (Link)

But what do I do?

It's simple.

Each time you finish a book, leave the title and author's name in the comments section of Teacherp (this blog).  If you can't leave a comment, you can email me.  That's it.  Keep reading and I'll update your score as we go along.  Keep sending me updates throughout the summer.

Challenge levels:
1.  Participant -- 5 chapter books
2.  Superior -- 10 chapter books
3.  Elite -- 15 chapter books

Anyone from the school can join.  Tell your friends and siblings to join too.

Summer Reading Challenge of 2021

 

It is time to join the Summer Reading Challenge of 2021 for Teacherp's current and former students.

What do you do?  It's simple, read at least 5 chapter books this summer.  Make sure you pick quality books that are a good challenge for you.  When you complete a book, leave a comment on this page and I will add you to the Summer Reading Challenge list.  It's that easy!

Each time you finish a book, leave the author's name and the title in the comments section of Teacherp (this blog).  Don't forget to attach your name.

Challenge Levels:

• 5 chapter books -- Participant
• 10 chapter books -- Superior
• 15 chapter books -- Elite

One Week Left for the Summer Reading Challenge of 2020

Don't forget to give me an update with the last few books you've read this summer.  Check your status on the Summer Reading Challenge page.  School starts soon!

Summer Reading Challenge 2020 Reminder

Check out your status for the Summer Reading Challenge of 2020. 

Haven't participated yet?  Don't worry.  It's not too late.  You still have almost a month to go.  Read the directions and post the books that you've read this summer.

Happy Reading!!!

Don't Forget about The Summer Reading Challenge of 2020!

It's not too late!  
Join now!  

Read the instructions and leave comments when you finish books.  Check your status here.

Happy reading!!!

Summer Reading Challenge 2020

TEACHERP WANTS YOU to join the 

Summer Reading Challenge of 2020.

The challenge: You should read at least 5 good chapter books this summer.  Make sure you pick books that are the right challenge level for you.  If you can read more, the YOU ROCK!  Leave a comment on this page and I will add you to the official Summer Reading Challenge list.

But what do I do?

It's simple.

Each time you finish a book, leave the title and author's name in the comments section of Teacherp (this blog).  That's it.  Keep reading and I'll update your score as we go along.  Keep sending me updates throughout the summer.

Challenge levels:
1.  Participant -- 5 chapter books
2.  Superior -- 10 chapter books
3.  Elite -- 15 chapter books

Anyone from the school can join.  Tell your friends and siblings to join too.

Happy reading!!!

Summer Reading Challenge -- Book Lists

I have been asked what books would be good for kids to read over the summer.  My personal favorites for 4th and 5th grade students are:

1. Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling
2. A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snickett
3. Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
4. The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis

Here are some book lists you can look at for more ideas:

1. American Library Association summer reading list
2. San Jose Public Library 4th grade books
3. San Jose Public Library 5th grade books
4. Teacherp's upper grade book list

Have a great time reading new books.  Don't forget to leave a comment so I can update you on the Summer Reading Challenge page.

Summer Reading Challenge 2019

You should join Teacherp's Summer Reading Challenge.

Your Mission:  You should read at least 5 good chapter books this summer.  If you can read more, AWESOME!  Leave a comment of this page and I will add you to the official Summer Reading Challenge list.

How do I meet the challenge?

I'm glad you asked.

Each time you finish a new book, write the title and author's name in the comments section of Teacherp.  I will then update your status.  That's it.  Keep reading and keep sending me updates.

Categories:

1. Participant:  Complete 5 chapter books.
2. Superior:  Complete 10 chapter books.
3. Elite:  Complete 15 chapter books.

Anyone from the school can join.  Tell your friends and get your siblings to participate too.

Happy Reading!!!

Summer Reading Challenge -- 2nd Post

I hope your summer reading is going well.  Don't forget to post a comment with each book you read so I can update your status on the Summer Reading Challenge page.  If you need a few ideas, check these out:

1. 4th Grade Book List
2. 5th Grade Book List
3. 6th Grade Book List

Summer Reading Challenge -- 2018

Teacherp wants you to join the Summer Reading Challenge!

Your goal for this summer is to read at least 5 good chapter books.  Leave a comment on this page if you wish to join the challenge.  I will add you to the official Summer Reading Challenge page.

How does it work?

I'm glad you asked.

Each time you finish a new book, write the title and author's name in the comments section of Teacherp.  I will then update your status.  That's it.  Keep reading and keep sending me updates.

Categories:

1. Participant:  Complete 5 chapter books.
2. Champion:  Complete 10 chapter books.
3. Elite:  Complete 15 chapter books.

Anyone from the school can join.  Tell your friends and get your siblings to participate too.

Happy Reading!!!

Summer Reading Challenge 2017 -- Library Style!

The San Jose Public Library system has a summer reading challenge too.  Why not tackle two things at once and join the library's program while you read for my challenge?

San Jose Library Summer Reading Challenge

Check out the San Jose Library's summer book lists:
3rd grade
4th grade
5th grade
6th grade

Don't forget to keep reading and leaving comments on your status.  Follow your progress here.

Summer Reading Challenge -- 2nd Post

I'm now officially back from my vacation.  I was in a place that had no internet coverage (Gasp! Shocking! Astounding! How did he survive?).  I will make sure I keep up on comments and book updates for the summer.  Make sure you read new books this summer and leave a message each time.

Need ideas?  Check out these book lists from the American Library Association:
ALA grades 3-5 summer reading list
ALA grades 6-8 summer reading list

Don't forget to track your status on the Summer Reading Challenge list.

Happy Reading!

The Summer Reading Challenge of 2017 -- BooYah!!!

Teacherp wants you to join the Summer Reading Challenge!

This summer your goal is to read at least 5 good chapter books.  Notify me in the comments section if you want to join the challenge.  I will add you to the official Summer Reading Challenge page.

Each time you finish a new book, write the title and author's name in the comments section so I can update your status.

Categories:

1. Participant -- complete 5 chapter books.
2. Champion reader -- complete 10 chapter books.
3. Elite reader -- complete 15 chapter books.

Anyone from school can join!  Tell your friends!  Make your siblings participate too!  

Happy reading!!!

Summer Reading Challenge 2016 -- It's Not Too Late!

Hello to all of the fabulous readers that have been participating in the Summer Reading Challenge.  It's not too late to squeeze in a book or two before the end of the summer.  As always, leave a comment here with the title and author.

Books that I recommend:

The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
The Black Stallion by Walter Farley
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
Honus and Me by Dan Gutman
The BFG by Roald Dahl
Matilda by Roald Dahl
The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien
A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snickett
Harry Potter #1 by JK Rowling
From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E Frankweiler by EL Konigsburg
Baseball in April by Gary Soto

Summer Reading Challenge 2nd Post -- Library Style

You can double up on the Summer Reading Challenge by participating in the library's program as well.  They offer cool prizes, activities and drawings.

Check it out:
SJ Public Library Summer Reading Challenge
Try a few of their book suggestions.

Don't forget to check your status in my Summer Reading Challenge.  Leave a comment on this post with your name, book title, and author so I can track your progress.

Announcement: THE SUMMER READING CHALLENGE OF 2016 IS HERE!!!

Announcing the Summer Reading Challenge of 2016!!!

Who?  Anyone from our school who likes to read.

What?  Read books over the summer and leave a comment telling me what you read.  A participant will read at least 5 good chapter books this summer.  A champion reader will read at least 10 books this summer.  An elite reader will read 15 or more books.

When?  The Summer Reading Challenge starts June 8 and ends on the first day of school.

Where?  That's the beauty of it.  You can participate from anywhere in the world!  Just leave me a comment for each book you read.

How?  As you complete chapter books this summer, leave a comment with the author and title of the book.  I will update you on the official SUMMER READING CHALLENGE PAGE.  You can track your progress and the progress of your friends too.

Why?  Do you really need to ask this question?  You should participate because reading is awesome!  I will also be recognizing students who participate and read at least 5 books when we return in the fall with award certificates.

Book lists:
American Library Association
Goodreads
Education World 5th Grade
Education World 6th Grade
Imagination Soup 5th Grade