Summer and reading go together like water ice and flip-flops. Students entering sixth, seventh, and eighth grades in Upper Darby School District are expected to choose at least two (2) books for their summer reading enjoyment.  

Students are encouraged to select books that interest them. Doing so helps students discover new topics, genres, and authors that they may not have otherwise been exposed to. We thank you for your support when selecting appropriate summer reading selections for your child! 

Most books can be accessed from our local libraries and bookstores. Online versions of many books are available on E-readers, Nook, Kindle, IPad, etc. Complete instructions, reading lists, and short descriptions of all books may be found by clicking the link below. Begin your summer reading early, stay cool, and enjoy a good book!

Middle School Summer Reading List 2025

Choose a link from the list below and keep feeding your curiosity all summer with STEM activities and games.  Some activities may require adult supervision.

Middle School:

Science Buddies
Click here for fun science and engineering activities you can do at home.

Summer Learning about the Environment

Click here for Summer Climate Bingo

PBS Kids Design Squad

Click here to play, invent, and design

NASA Activities for Grades 5-8

Click here to explore space and learn about our universe