Battle of the Books

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presented by Howard County Library and the Howard County Public School System

Battle of the Books is a book trivia contest for fifth grade students. The purpose of the competition is to get students excited about reading while challenging them to pay attention to book details. Battle of the Books is a lively event that not only increases reading, but also teaches teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Date: Friday, April 23, 2010
Time:  7:00 pm
Where: Atholton High School

Teams of five students and one adult coach will each read a total of 15 pre-determined books. The books have been chosen by Howard County Library information specialists and Howard County Public School System and media specialists to include a wide range of reading levels. Multiple copies of each book on the reading list are on reserve at the Library for team members.

During the competition, a moderator will ask a question about a book. Four different types of questions can be asked: a direct quote from one of the book characters; a statement about something that happens in the book; a passage taken directly from the book; details about an illustration or picture.

Each member of the first place team will receive a gift card from a local bookstore as well as a copy of the team READ poster. Prizes also will be awarded to the second and third place teams, as well as for other categories such as best team name, best team spirit wear, etc. Everyone who participates will receive a small prize and Certificate of Participation.


Information Meeting for the General Public
Date: Thursday, October 22; 7:00 pm
Place: East Columbia Branch
          6600 Cradlerock Way
          Columbia, MD  21045
          410.313.7750

Online registration begins October 26 and closes November 6.

Mandatory Coach Meetings
Dates: Monday, November 16; 7:00 pm
          Wednesday, November 18; 7:00 pm
Place:  East Columbia Branch
           6600 Cradlerock Way
           Columbia, MD  21045
           410.313.7750


Information for coaches

Rules and Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions

If you do not see your question answered on the FAQ page, please submit your question to Battle of the Books
All questions submitted through this e-mail will be posted along with their answers to the FAQ page. Thank you!


Sponsors
This event is sponsored by Howard County Library, the Howard County Public School System, Friends of Howard County Library, Rotary Club of Columbia Patuxent Charitable Trust, and Frank and Yolanda Bruno Fund.