In case you are studying in one of the best boarding school in the country then chances are very high that you must be following an extremely hectic schedule. Amidst the chaos of completing science projects, sports activities and studying sessions; one is bound to feel tired and exhausted at the end of the day and here is where reading can help you.
Reading is not just a leisure activity but an art which is bound to open the perspective of young minds. It takes you to a whole new world where you can explore the possibilities of life by putting yourself in shoes of a main character. It has also been scientifically proven that a person who reads quite often on the daily basis has higher value of IQ and EQ.
Swami and friends
It can be a great start for all those students who are venturing in the world of reading. Be ready to feel the old world childhood nostalgia when swami and his friends go on their peculiar adventures. This book is also recommended by many residential schools in India.
The Illiad by Home
This one is a quintessential classic that would introduce you to the world of ancient epics written in English. If you are lucky enough to understand latin then this book will keep you hooked till the very end.
The Great Gatsby
The reason why we say that this one is a must read by a school student is because it ignites hope and faith. Read at your own risk if you are afraid of sad endings.
Kite Runner
This intruiging novel by Khalid Hosseini will make you laugh, cry, and feel inspired at the same time. A nostalgic tale set in 1970s the territories of Afganistan. This one will leave you teary eyed.