Middle and High School Summer Reading
Each student entering 6th through 12th grade is required to read Genesis 1-11 over the summer (it can also be read multiple times). Genesis 1–11 serves as an ideal starting point for middle and high school students because it gives the theological framework they need before studying the rest of the Bible. It helps them understand not only what Christians believe, but why those beliefs matter for everyday life and how they shape a biblical worldview.
Genesis 1–11 answers life’s foundational questions:
- Who is God?
- Who are we?
- Why are we here?
- What is wrong with the world?
- Is there hope?
Students encounter competing worldviews through social media, entertainment, and education. Studying Genesis helps them evaluate those ideas through the lens of Scripture.
Additionally, 6th-10th will read one novel from the choices in the picture for their grade level and complete a project that will be given a completion grade in English class.