summer reading 2017
Studies have shown that summer reading is vitally important to prevent "summer slide," the loss of learning that can occur during the break. All Fulton County students are being challenged to read every day this summer for at least 15-30 minutes.
wolfie's summer challenge!
Mr. Allison is encouraging all Sweet Apple students to participate in Wolfie's Summer Challenge. Students completing the challenge will attend a special Book Fair Preview Party and receive a free book! Click here for the 2017 form. Completed forms must be turned into the media center no later than Friday, August 18, 2017.
find a book, georgia
Use this website to find book recommendations tailored to a student's interests and Lexile score. If your child's Lexile score is not known, this site can estimate reading level based on a few simple questions.
mackinvia ebooks
Over 1,500 eBooks are available on MackinVIA. These books can be downloaded onto any personal mobile device (iPhone, iPad, Kindle, Nook, etc.) for reading anytime, anywhere.
To access, download the free MackinVIA app or go to launchpad.fultonschools.org.
To access, download the free MackinVIA app or go to launchpad.fultonschools.org.
- Username: Lunch Number
- Password: Birthdate (mmddyyyy)
more free digital books
myON Reader is providing every child in Georgia free access to a library of over 10,000 digital books throughout the summer.
- School Name: Get Georgia Reading
- Username: fultoncounty
- Password: read
Recommended titles
A group of Fulton County Media & Educational Technology Instructors have compiled a list of suggested books based on their appeal to students.
Atlanta-fulton public library
AFPL's summer reading program, "Build a Better World" begins June 1. Check their website for details.
barnes & noble
Kids can earn a free book by participating in the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading program.