Welcome to the 2020 Lower School Summer Reading List!
Here you will find over 200 books all hand-picked by Ms. Kover for their incredible writing, beautiful illustrations, important themes, and overall excellence. The majority of the books included on this list were published during the 2019-2020 school year, and we sincerely hope you and your child enjoy this new crop of titles.
Like last year, there are two sections for chapter books: “Chapter Books” (equivalent to the Blue Dot books in the LS Library) are those books that have larger font, shorter chapters, and tend to be illustrated. “Middle Grade Books for Those Who Are Ready” are longer, more sophisticated, and geared toward older readers in terms of vocabulary and/or content. Please be mindful of this as you review the list and select titles with your child.
In an effort to ensure access, a number of these titles have been made available as either eBooks or audiobooks through OverDrive, Chapin’s digital library provider. A link has been provided following the description of the book when that is the case. OverDrive’s reading platform for schools is called Sora, and it can be accessed through a computer or downloaded as an app on various devices. In order to access any of the titles, all you need is your Chapin library number.
If you do not know your Chapin library number, simply send an email to Ms. Kover (ckover@chapin.edu) or Ms. Davis (ldavis@chapin.edu).
If you have never used Sora before, this video by Ms. Goldberg will walk you through how it works step-by-step, and show you how to connect with a public library!
In addition, links to eBooks and audiobooks available through the New York Public Library have also been included. As always, a public library card can open up a world of stories and resources, and we highly encourage all members of the Chapin community to get one (online) at their local branch. Information on how to obtain a library card with the NYPL can be found here.
Have a wonderful, book-filled summer!
Ms. Kover