The Battle of the Books is a nationwide program designed to encourage
students to read age-appropriate books and recall details from the books in
a competition among his/her peers. The state has a committee that creates
the book list for grades 3-8 to read each year. Students have available
copies of the selected book titles in their homeroom classes and in the
library to borrow. As they finish reading a book, a parent or teacher can
sign-off on their book log.
To participate in the Battle of the Books, students must read at least four
titles by a given date. Students that read at least four books will qualify
to be on a Battle team. Students meet with the librarian to prepare for the
Battle competions. A School Battle and Award Celebration are held at the
school.