What is Battle of the Books?

A fun reading competition designed to improve your reading and comprehension while building enthusiasm using a fun and unique competition format. Students will compete in teams to demonstrate your knowledge of 10 preselected books.

 Who can compete?

In 4th and 5th grade students who exemplify good behavior. Students with a  good strong reading ability and one who loves to read. A student who is great at memorizing a story and answering questions to compete in a school/district competition. Active participates who are team players and have the ability to work with others.

How do I get involved?

Battle Begins: Interest Meeting to sign up and reading begins in July.

Battle Ends: School Battle depends on dates for District Battle. Students are notified of each battle in advance to ensure they have completed their required reading.

Who can participate in Battle of the Books?

Students who are up for a challenge, who has a good reading ability and great comprehension skills.

Enter the Battle for a chance to engage in fun READING, COMPETE in friendly battles, and a chance to HAVE FUN! Your chance to compete against your classmates in a school competition and represent our school at the District Competition

Books: 2025-2026 Titles

The Cursed Moon  - Angela Cervantes

Dogtown -  Katherine Applegate & Gennifer Choldenko 

Final Word -  Janet Summer Johnson

Good Different -  Meg Kuyatt 

The Guardian Test - Christina Soontornvat

Iceberg -  Jennifer A. Nielsen 

Oliver's Great Big Universe  - Jorge Cham 

Race for the Ruby Turtle -  Stephanie Bramucci

A Royal Conundrum - Lisa Yee

The Wild Journey of Juniper Berry  - Chad Morris 

INTERESTED! 

Please contact
Ms. Landy
803-442-6090
nlandy@acpsd.net