High School Reading Activities

High School Reading activities to help show your child the fun side of learning! From easy high school reading activities to more advanced, we've got you covered! Browse the activities below or use the selector to find similar activities.

A is for Adultery: Reading The Scarlet Letter

A is for Adultery: Reading The Scarlet Letter

Here's a quick look at the American classic "The Scarlet Letter," as well as SAT vocabulary to get the most out of this tale of sin and suffering.

Reading Native Son

Reading Native Son

Bigger's life was tragic, but understanding Richard Wright's classic novel doesn't need to be. Here's a teen-friendly refresher course in the plot of this work of literature, as well as SAT vocabulary your teen can use to describe what happens for his or herself.

Jane Eyre Summary

Jane Eyre Summary

Jane Eyre's early life was an exercise in hardship, but understanding Charlotte Bronte's classic novel doesn't need to be. Here's a teen-friendly refresher course!

Understanding Shakespeare

Understanding Shakespeare

Directors are constantly tweaking the work of Shakespeare in order to make him appeal to modern audiences. Put your teenager in the director's chair by having her put a modern-day spin on Romeo and Juliet.

Reading the Grapes of Wrath

Reading the Grapes of Wrath

Here's a teen-friendly refresher course in the plot of "The Grapes of Wrath", as well as SAT vocabulary your teen can use to describe what happens for his or herself.

Public Speaking 101

Public Speaking 101

Here's a fun way to get the whole family involved in helping your high school student prepare to give a speech, while creating a family keepsake in the process!

Reviewing Romeo and Juliet

Reviewing Romeo and Juliet

Sure, Shakespeare can be kind of confusing. But, leave the doths and thees behind, and you've got a story any teen can understand.

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