Battle of the Books

The Battle of the Books is a volunteer reading enrichment program for 5th and 6th grade students in the Diocese of Arlington. During the course of the school year, participating students read from a pre-selected list of sixteen books and engage in a variety of activities to enhance their understanding and appreciation of the books read.

A Battle of the Books practice meet is held at school in April with participation by all the students who have completed the program. In May, teams of fifth and/or sixth grade students representing each participating school in the Arlington Diocese meet for the annual Battle of the Books, a jeopardy-style competition. Teams from each school are asked questions about the books on the list and earn points for questions answered correctly. The winning team is awarded a Battle of the Books banner which will travel each year to the winning school.

Although the Battle of the Books program is challenging, it is also fun for students who enjoy reading books and competition.

BATTLE OF THE BOOKS READING LIST
Battle of the Books Reading List @ Destiny Library

2011-2012

REALISTIC FICTION

Out of My Mind - Sharon Draper
A View from Saturday – E.L. Konigsberg

HISTORICAL FICTION

Code Talker - Joseph Bruchac
When the Whistle Blows - Fran Cannon Slayton

MYSTERY

Danger Box – Blue Balliett
Westing Game - Ellen Raskin

CLASSIC

Homesick - Jean Fritz
The Big Wave – Pearl Buck

ADVENTURE