Book Lists for 25/26
The Junior High Book list is out and ready to download. The Elementary Book List will be available very soon.
SBCEO’s Battle of the Books celebrates the joy of reading as participants tackle SBCEO's uniquely curated 28-book list spanning narrative to nonfiction and poetry to graphic novels. Students gather in small, predetermined teams with participants from various schools to answer questions about books based on plot, setting, characterization, and theme. Winning teams advance through the tournament for the ultimate title of SBCEO Battle of the Books Champions.
Interested in hosting your own site-wide Battle of the Books competition? CLICK HERE to download the "Rules of the Battle."
Battle of the Books FAQ
- How do I register students?
- Do students need signed photo release forms for this event?
- What is the cost to participate?
- How many students can come from each school?
- Do I need to send you student names or any other information?
How do I register students?
Do students need signed photo release forms for this event?
What is the cost to participate?
How many students can come from each school?
Do I need to send you student names or any other information?
The winning team of the final Battle poses for a photo.
Students listen intently to their question.
Colorful battle shields on display represent the teams.
Students proudly display their team shield.
The crowded auditorium is full of students ready to celebrate their love of stories at Battle of the Books.
Students feel the exhilaration of a win.
A student displays her team's very creative shield.
A team deliberates after hearing their question.
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Event Contact
Sachi Shiroma
Administrative Assistant
sshiroma@sbceo.org
(805) 964-4710, ext 5222