The requirements that your school district may have for you to read certain books are common. Most districts will ask that you read a book from your class level or above. Some districts may require you to read more than one book from your class level. Others may allow you to choose those books yourself. Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects include reading widely and deeply in history and science topics with special attention to issues of importance and relevance today; conducting original research on historical figures or events; and using appropriate language skillss to create informative texts about history or science (National Governors Association Center for Best Practices & Council of Chief State School Officers). These standards call for students to read widely and deeply in history and science topics with special attention to issues of importance and relevance today.