The more we read, the more we know! It sounds like a catch-phrase on a silly public service announcement, but it’s true. Students who read widely and deeply are better prepared for college and life. Though it can be difficult to find the time to read for pleasure, once you get in the habit of reading, you will discover the joy of imaginative escape. Don’t wait for a teacher or librarian to hand you a book; seek out your own reading adventures! To be well-rounded, read from a variety of genres (plays, novels, essays, etc.), multiple time periods (ancient, Renaissance, modern, etc.), and diverse cultures (American, Latin American, European, etc.).
The following lists can help you on your journey.
General Reading Lists:
Great Schools: 101 Books for College-Bound Kids: This is a comprehensive that covers the classics of American, British, and world literature.
Shmoop: A Manageable College-Bound Reading List: This list is shorter and arranged by theme and provides links to reading guides for each text.
Let AP Lit be your guide!
he more we read, the more we know! It sounds like a catch-phrase on a silly public service announcement, but it’s true. Students who read widely and deeply are better prepared for college and life. Though it can be difficult to find the time to read for pleasure, once you get in the habit of reading, you will discover the joy of imaginative escape. Don’t wait for a teacher or librarian to hand you a book; seek out your own reading adventures! To be well-rounded, read from a variety of genres (plays, novels, essays, etc.), multiple time periods (ancient, Renaissance, modern, etc.), and a wide range of cultures and writing styles.
The following lists can help you on your journey.
Reading Lists:
Penguin Random House Book Lists This site has great lists for all readers. It is a good place to start!
27 Classics by Diverse Authors This site is based on a fantastic book that celebrates diverse authors. It has short audio excerpts for each book so you can get a feel for the writers’ styles.
The College Board 101: Great Books Recommended for College-Bound Students
The Ultimate AP Reading List: On this site, you will find an annotated list of 35 books that are the most frequently referenced texts on the exam. This list is a fabulous place to start!
Recommended Reads for Equity from the University of Washington This site is curated by the University of Washington library, and it includes a wide range of books recommended by students and librarians.
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