Why Schools Should Ban Summer Reading

Summer is a time for students to enjoy themselves. Since school is out for 3 months, they want to do their own thing and not worry about school. Most students go on vacation with their families, do community and service, or just relax by themselves. The last thing on their minds is reading the summer book. They don’t want to be stressed out when it’s supposed to be their vacation. Stress-free summer, another school assignments, and lack of enthusiasm are reasons why Mrs. Giffin should curve the summer reading test.

Firstly, summer is a “get away” time from school. It is an escape from the stress of school and grades. For most students, parents pressure them into getting good grades and having the best education. They end up studying at late hours of the night and not getting enough sleep. Summer vacation is a way for them to leave the stress and pressure of school and grades behind. They don’t need to have summer reading projects stuck in the back of their mind. Summer should be the time for them to relax their brains and prepare it for another stressful school year.

Another reason why the summer reading test should be curved is because of other school assignments. Even though most students read the summer book, they have a hard time remember the small details. So, they would have to go back and either read the entire book again or skim it. This will take time away from their other school assignments. The majority of students had tests, quizzes, and projects around the same time as the summer reading test. It is hard balancing out their schedule when they have 2-3 tests in the same week. That’s why some teachers should be understanding about this matter and curve or make the test a little easier.

Lastly, the final reason is because of the lack of enthusiasm in the book. Students tend to not like books that they are required to read, especially during the summer. They end up procrastinating until the last week before doing the assignment. Now, since they...