academics

Summer Reading

Summer 2026 Reading Lists & Information

Grades 9-12 

Most returning students received their required books in the spring. New students and students who did not pick up their books may pick them up from the Upper School receptionist in the lobby throughout the summer.

Grade 7 & 8 History Summer Reading Expectations (1 of the History Required texts will be handed directly to students before the end of the year and mailed to the homes of new BB&N students)

Grade 7 & 8 English Summer Reading Expectations

Grade 7 Science Summer Reading Expectations (Only Grade 7 has a science summer reading requirement)

Grades B-4 do not have required reading, but rather recommended books

Grades 5 and 6 have required reading and recommended books