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East Greenwich School District Summer Work: Entering Grade 7 ELA

Work students from Cole Middle School and East Greenwich High School are expected to complete over the summer, prior to school opening.

Entering Grade 7 Summer Reading Expectations

Summer Reading Expectations for Students Entering Grade 7 

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Read two books from the list of books provided below.  Students may select from the 2026 RI Middle School Book Award Nominees list (provided below) or the Harry Potter series.  Students are highly encouraged to read one of the Harry Potter books as one of their choice readings.
  2. Print out the 7th Grade Summer Reading Guide.
  3. Fill out the title and author information for the two books selected from the list below.
  4. When you finish your books, answer the questions on the 7th Grade Summer Reading Guide.

 

  • We welcome students to read multiple titles from the list below.​
  • We strongly advise parents/guardians to preview the content and summaries of the book options before their child chooses one to read. This will help families work together to choose a book that best fits the student’s interests, reading level, and maturity level.
  • The book titles listed below are available in print, eBook or audiobook and on occasion, book on CD and portable media player (Playaway) at the public library.
  • Please note that while it is not possible for your child’s teacher to have read a majority of the books on the lists we’ve provided, the selections have been vetted by well-respected panels of library media specialists and preteen/adolescent educators.

 7th Grade Summer Reading Guide

Entering Grade 7 Summer Reading Requirements - Reading Option

150 print copies, audiobooks, 42 books on CD, and ebooks available at Rhode Island public libraries.  Stop by your public library to reserve a copy and check out a book.

Access to Free Books in East Greenwich

Rhode Island Middle School Book Award Nominees 2026 - You Must Read Two!

Rhode Island Middle School Book Award Logo

East Greenwich school libraries have access to audio and eBooks. If our school libraries own a copy of an audio book or eBook, a link has been made to the book title. To access the digital resource, click on the book title link and enter the following:
Username: Your 5 digit lunch code
Password: EGR

Accidental Demons by Clare Edge

All Ber Crowley wanted to do was check her glucose levels – she didn’t realize that would conjure destructive demons from another dimension. With new friends, magic, and a little luck, will she be able to rein in the chaos she unleashed? Fantasy.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

 

Alex Wise vs. the End of the World by Terry J. Benton-Walker

Alex is a twelve-year-old boy with a lot on his plate: dealing with his family, friend drama, and preventing the apocalypse. After his little sister is possessed by Death, nothing - not even the Four Horsemen will stop him from saving her and, incidentally, the rest of the world. Fantasy

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Aniana del Mar Jumps In by Jasminne Mendez

Twelve-year-old Aniana loves swimming, the water is one of the only places she can get relief from the pain of juvenile arthritis. Forbidden by her mother from going into the water, Ani deals with her condition, her family, and figuring out who is in this powerful story. Realistic Fiction. (Novel in Verse)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Anzu and the Realm of Darkness by Mai K. Nguyen

In an underworld with queens, creatures, and spirits Anzu has to find a way to survive and get back home before her time runs out in this stunning graphic novel inspired by Japanese folklore. Fantasy. (Graphic Novel)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Buffalo Dreamer by Violet Duncan

Summer shares a glimpse into life on a Cree reservation today, while learning about the devastating impact of Native American residential schools of the past. Realistic Fiction/Historical Fiction.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Club Kick Out!: Into the Ring by Steph Mided

What does a graphic novel, women’s wrestling, artsy kids, and middle schoolers who take action have in common? This book! If you want a fast, fun, inspiring read, with manga-style artwork, this is the one for you! Realistic Fiction. (Graphic Novel)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

The Curse of Eelgrass Bog by Mary Averling

Twelve-year-old Kess’s parents disappeared a long time ago, leaving behind her, her brother, and their museum of Unnatural History to take care of. The arrival of a new girl in town shakes up Kess’s life and leads her to venture into a mysterious bog where she learns nothing – perhaps not even herself – is as it seems. Fantasy.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

The Flicker by H.E. Edgmon

Two siblings must care for their little brother and survive a harrowing journey to their grandmother’s house in this post-apocalyptic story of survival and self-discovery. Adventure

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Grow up, Luchy Zapata by Alexandra Alessandri

Luchy and Cami have always been BFFs, until they start middle school. Can Luchy save their friendship or will it burst into a poof of glitter? Realistic Fiction.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

How It All Ends by Emma Hunsinger

This hilarious graphic novel follows the real (and imagined) adventures of thirteen-year-old Tara after she skips eighth grade and goes straight to high school. Realistic Fiction. (Graphic Novel)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

An Illustrated History of Urban Legends by Adam Allsuch Boardman

Have you heard of the Loch Ness Monster? What about Spring-Heeled Jack? Dive into the world of rumors, cryptids, and unbelievable encounters with the supernatural in this illustrated non-fiction book all about the things that scare us the most. Non-Fiction.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

It's Boba Time for Pearl Li! by Nicole Chen Artsy

Pearl feels like an outsider in her tech-obsessed family, but she finds a way to channel her passions in ways to make herself (and maybe her family) proud when she starts a business to save her favorite boba shop. Realistic Fiction.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Jasmine Is Haunted by Mark Oshiro

Jasmine Garza is haunted–and she has been for years, ever since her Papi died. Since her Mama refuses to acknowledge any ghostly goings on, Jasmine is forced to enlist the help of her new school's GSA- - Gay Supernatural Alliance!. Fantasy.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Kareem Between by Shifa Saltagi Safadi

This fast-paced novel, tells the story of 7th grader Kareem who loves football, is missing his best friend who moved away, and is conflicted between his Syrian upbringing and his American identity. Will Kareem find his own voice, stand up to injustice, and honor his heritage? Realistic Fiction. (Novel in Verse)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

The Lumbering Giants of Windy Pines by Mo Netz

Jerry, an eleven-year-old wheelchair user, must rescue her demon-slayer mom by venturing into the darkness that lurks within the forbidden woods. Fantasy.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Murray Out of Water by Taylor Tracy

When a devastating hurricane hits her beachside New Jersey town, Murray is sent to live with family in upstate New York. While living with her non-binary cousin and supportive aunt and uncle, Murray feels her connection to the ocean start to slip away as she roller skates, makes new friends, and grapples with questions about her own identity. Realistic Fiction. (Novel in Verse)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Noodle and Bao by Shaina Lu

In Town 99 things are slowly being gentrified, but Momo and her friends are determined to bring the community together to save a local food cart in this Studio Ghibli inspired novel where grown-ups are animals and kids ... are just kids. Realistic Fiction. (Graphic Novel)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Puzzleheart by Jenn Reese

Perigree’s trip to their Grandma’s house goes sideways when the puzzles that fill the house come to life – and put the people inside in danger! Mystery.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Read at Your Own Risk by Remy Lai

When you play a dangerous game, be sure to follow the rules. This is an illustrated sketch diary of Hannah, a girl who broke the rules and finds herself battling a horrific curse. Will she save herself? Or is it already too late? Horror.

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available Audiobook at Cole Middle School

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

Weirdo by Tony Weaver, Jr.

This graphic memoir tells the story of a bullied boy who finds the skills and supports to be as weird as he wants to be. Non-Fiction. (Graphic Novel)

Available East Greenwich Free Library

Available eBook at Cole Middle School

RIMSBA 2026 Nominee Annotations

RIMSBA Award Nominees 2026 Poster