Summer is the favorite time of year for most students. Traditionally, it is viewed as a welcomed break from formal education and as a time to simply relax. But summers for college-bound students must also include some aspects of continuing education during these down months.
For some teens, it may mean classes at the local community college, for others it may mean a formal test preparation course. Some students may seek tutoring for a subject that has posed challenges during the school year. For all students, however, it should include reading.
This does not mean students must spend all day, everyday reading, unless they want to, of course. It also does not mean that students must read academically serious books all summer. There is a wide variety of publications aimed at young adult readers that cover both scholastically stimulating topics, as well as those designed to cultivate popular trends. Almost any age-appropriate subject will suffice as long as the student is actively engaged in reading during the summer months.
Here are some fantastic resources for college-bound teens to utilize in preparing for a productive summer of reading:
Being a well-read student, one who is able to communicate in written and verbal format about both historical and current topics, about his/her passions, and about actively planning for the future will aid in not only crafting a notable college admission essay, but will also assist students who are invited to participate in interviews for admission and scholarship.
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