Battle of
the Books
2009 - 2010

What is Battle of the Books?

Battle of the Books is a reading competition for third, fourth, and fifth grade students at Chets Creek Elementary.  To participate in the competition students read books from the Battle of the Books List (see below).  The fifteen titles used in this competition are the Sunshine State Young Readers’ Award nominees for this year.  Battle of the Books culminates in three “battles” where teams buzz in to answer questions about the books.  Last year our winners were Mr. Ruark, Mrs. Lehane and Mrs. Swidorsky's fifth graders and the year before Mr. Montisano and Mrs. Nash's third grade won the grand prize!  Battle winners receive gold medals and a pizza party for their class! 

How do I know if my child is eligible to participate in Battle of the Books?

Any student that reads 3 or more Battle books is eligible to take the Battle of the Books qualifying test in March of 2010.  The top four scorers from each homeroom will get to compete in the third annual Battle of the Books!  Last year over 300 students competed for the 92 team positions available!

Why should my child participate in Battle of the Books?

The purpose of Battle of the Books is to motivate students to read, monitor their own comprehension, and become active participants in book discussions.  Battle of the Books encourages students to read quality literature on a variety of topics and themes.  The books are written at different reading levels that will both challenge and entertain students.  We have designed this competition to promote the important character education goals of teamwork, respect, and good sportsmanship.  Battle of the Books is a fun way for students to work towards the Million Word Campaign goal!

For more information please contact Miss Lipsky  or  Mrs. K.K.


Battle of the Books List 2009 - 2010

Middle of Somewhere by,  Cheaney, J. B.
 

The Lemonade War  by, Jacqueline Davies
 

The Fabled Fourth Graders of Aesop Elementary School by, Candace Fleming
 

Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything in it. by,  Sundee T. Frazier
 

Igraine the Brave by, Cornelia Funke
 

Found by, Maragert Peterson Haddix 
 

Defiance by, Valerie Hobbs
 

Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat by, Lynne Jonell
 

Me and the Pumpkin Queen by, Marlane Kennedy 
 

Year of the Dog by, Grace Lin
 

Highway Cats by, Janet Taylor Lisle
 

Crooked Kind of Perfect by, Linda Urban