About Battle of the Books
The Battle of the Books is a book-based quiz competition for fourth and fifth graders in the Grand Traverse community. Kids read incredible stories together and then experience heart-pounding moments in competition.
Teams have a chance to win prizes for sportsmanship, team spirit, most creative team name, and more.
Get the full details on the Battle of the Books program:
Important Dates
Info Session: What is Battle of the Books? November 20, 2022 at 3 PM
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Registration Opens December 4, 2022 at 2 PM
Coach Orientation January 15, 2023 at 6 PM
Book Handout & Team Meetup January 20, 2023 at 4-8 PM
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Why Participate?
Awesome Stories Everything from school troubles to survival adventures!
Free tee shirt and cool book bag.
Good Books keep you warm on dark, snowy nights.
Be part of a Team and win Prizes!
Jack Cheng was the special guest author for 2021 – 2022 battle season
Battle of the Books welcomed Jack Cheng as the featured author for the 2021-2022 battle season. Cheng is the author of See You in the Cosmos and currently resides in Detroit. Kirkus Reviews called Cheng’s novel “riveting, inspiring, and sometimes hilarious.”
Booklist 2022-23
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Registration is easy!
To register, all it takes is one parent coach, 4-6 students, and a creative name for your team.
Each team that registers receives:
- One set of the books on the Battle of the Books reading list and book bag
- Free tee shirts
- The chance to hear from this year’s Special Guest Author
A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors
