Book Lists
Here you'll find the book lists for Dutch education per level. Lists are updated each year before summer vacation.
Second-hand books
The parent association APNL organizes an annual second-hand book sale. This is a great way to get books at lower prices while being environmentally friendly.
Primary School (École Élémentaire)
For primary school, most books and materials are provided by the school. Parents receive a list of any additional supplies needed at the start of the school year.
General primary school supplies
- ✓ Pencil case with pencils, colored pencils, eraser, sharpener
- ✓ Notebook for Dutch (A4, lined)
- ✓ Folder for loose papers
- ✓ Gym clothes and sports shoes
Collège (Grades 6-9)
6ème (Grade 6)
- 📚 Dutch: Basic textbook (via school)
- 📚 Reading books: 2 per trimester (list on Pronote)
- 📓 Dutch notebook
- 📓 History notebook (NL)
5ème (Grade 7)
- 📚 Dutch: Advanced level
- 📚 Reading books: 2-3 per trimester
- 📓 Dutch notebook
- 📓 History notebook (NL)
4ème (Grade 8)
- 📚 Dutch: Literature introduction
- 📚 Reading books: 3 per trimester
- 📓 Notebooks for both subjects
- 📖 Dutch dictionary
3ème (Grade 9)
- 📚 DNB-OI preparation
- 📚 Reading books: 3-4 per trimester
- 📓 Exam subject notebooks
- 📖 Exam preparation material
Lycée (Grades 10-12)
Seconde (Grade 10)
- 📚 Dutch literature
- 📚 Reading list: 4+ titles
- 📓 Notebooks for both subjects
- 📖 Literary history
Première (Grade 11)
- 📚 BFI preparation
- 📚 Reading list: 5+ titles
- 📓 Exam-focused notebooks
- 📖 Analysis techniques
Terminale (Grade 12)
- 📚 BFI exam year
- 📚 Reading list: 6+ titles
- 📓 Final exam preparation
- 📖 Literature canon
Reading lists
Exact reading lists per level are announced at the beginning of each trimester via Pronote. Many classics are available in the school library or through the second-hand book sale.
Where to buy?
Dutch books are best purchased at:
- Bol.com: Also delivers to France
- APNL book sale: Second-hand, start of school year
- WH Smith Paris: Limited selection of Dutch books
- Libris/Bruna: For orders during visits to Netherlands
Questions about book lists?
Contact the teacher or secretariat for specific questions.