Evangelistic Temple School Summer Reading List
Choose one selection, a book you have not previously read. The books can be purchased at various bookstores or checked out from the public library. Some copies may also be available for checking out from ETS library. ETS summer hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Engrossing tale of a young girl who falls upon hard times at an English boarding school.
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi
In 1832, Charlotte boards the Seahawk confident that she will be able to teach the tough sailors a little breeding. When she disembarks in Boston months later, she is the one whose preconceptions about life are changed. This story reinforces the American principle that all men and women are created equal in the sight of God and that any rule that contradicts this truth should be strenuously opposed.
Danger on the Flying Trapeze by Dave and Neta Jackson
Fourteen-year-old Casey Watkins wants nothing more than to escape his family's dreary, bare-bones life in the Philadelphia of 1893. When Casey is offered a role in a death-defying act, he is elated and the trapeze is more exciting than he ever dreamed.
The Bandit of Ashley Downs by Dave and Neta Jackson
By the time Curly Roddy was twelve years old, he's already survived six years as a homeless orphan on the cruel streets of London in the 1870's. He perfected his skills at snatching purses and picking pockets. When he plans to take the church's treasure, Curly's in for the biggest surprise of his young life.
The Misenberg Accelerator by David Ward
The first book in a futuristic series that combines exciting drama with respect of God's prevailing power in all situations. When Dr. Nathan Graham is invited to a symposium at the Perimeter One space station his entire family goes along. But the Grahams' reunion with an old friend and an old enemy could seriously alter their vacation plans.
The Mines of Venus by David WardThird book in the series.
Out of Time by David Ward
Fourth book in the series.
All seventh grade students should read one of the books listed that they have not previously read. Be prepared for an assignment or a test on the book the first week of school.
All seventh grade students should read Proverbs, chapters 1-15 and complete the following assignment. The assignment is due the 1st Monday of the school year.
After reading the chapter, choose one proverb to summarize. Write the proverb number and rephrase it in your own words in two or three complete sentences. Then explain how this proverb applies to your life. (2 or 3 complete sentences.) Record these answers in a notebook so you do not lose pages. Be sure to date the page and label the chapter of Proverbs that you are reading. You may discuss these assignments with your parents. Enjoy seeing how God sent a message to young people through the Bible. This is His message to you.