Battle of the Books Rules for Participation
Thank you for choosing to become a member of West Heritage’s Elementary School’s Battle of the Books
Club. The reading of good literature from different genres, the practice of good sportsmanship, the development
of leadership skills, and just plain FUN are some of the many benefits you will gain with your participation in BOB.
We have planned six mandatory meetings that will take place prior to the District Competition.
We are here to encourage and cheer for your reading success only; therefore it is your responsibility to meet the
requirements of the number of books read, to participate productively at all meetings, and work cooperatively with
your teammates. If you do not meet the requirements by the deadlines you will not be allowed to attend the
meetings, celebrations or the District Competition. We have provided a list of the 2014-2015 BOB titles on a chart
to help you keep track of your success. You are responsible for recording the BOB books you have read and tested
on in your BOB folder in the library. It is important to know who wants to participate in Battle of the Books. Please
return the below contract by Friday, September 12 to your teacher.
We are looking forward to getting to know you and to a rewarding year of reading. Should you have any
questions regarding involvement in Grapeland School’s Battle of the Books, you may contact the advisors, Mrs.
Prestage-Layman, Mrs. Baugh, Mrs. Bustamante, or Mrs. W. at 899-7049. Thank you and HAPPY READING!
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Battle of the Books Contract
We, the undersigned, understand the requirements for participating in
West Heritage’s Elementary School’s Battle of the Books.
We acknowledge the receipt of the book titles, rules, and mandatory meeting dates.
Student’s name (Print first and last name) _________________________________
Student’s Teacher for the 2014-2015 school year ________________________
Student’s signature _______________________________________________
Parent’s signature ________________________________________________
Check all that apply:
□I am willing to donate treats for celebrations. □I would like to volunteer to help with BOB.
EMAIL:_________________________________________________________
(Email will be used for Battle of the Books related activities only.)
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BOB Deadlines
3rd Grade
A minimum of 12 titles need to be read and AR tested this school
year. All BOB mandatory meetings/parties are on the day after the
deadline dates. A list of eligible students will be posted in the library on
the day of the meeting. Do not come to the meeting if you have not
read the required amount of books by the deadline date. Remember,
while we value your participation in BOB, you alone are responsible for
meeting the deadlines. Should you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs. Prestage, Mrs. Bustamante, Mrs. Baugh, or Mrs. W., our Battle of
the Book advisors.
September 12
Tuesday, October 28th
Wednesday, October 29th
Tuesday, November 18th
Wednesday, November 19th
Tuesday, January 27th
Wednesday, January 28th
Tuesday, February 24th
Wednesday, February 25th
Tuesday, March 17th
**BOB contract due to your teacher
Deadline: 4 books read and tested by
2:30PM
Spooktacular Reading! BOB Celebration
Deadline: 6 books read and tested by
2:30PM
So Grateful For Books! BOB Celebration
Deadline: 8 books read and tested by
2:30PM
Cozy up With a BOB Book! BOB
Celebration
Deadline: 10 books read and tested by
2:30PM
I Love Reading! BOB Celebration
Wednesday, March 18th
Deadline: 12 books read and tested by
2:30PM
Lucky Me To Be In BOB! BOB Celebration
Wednesday, April 29th
I’m a BOB Battle Winner! BOB Celebration
Saturday, May 2nd
Etiwanda School District Battle of the
Books!
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BOB Deadlines
4th & 5th Grade
A minimum of 20 titles need to be read and AR tested this school year.
All BOB mandatory meetings/parties are on the day after the deadline
dates. A list of eligible students will be posted in the library on the day
of the meeting. Do not come to the meeting if you have not read
the required amount of books by the deadline date. Remember,
while we value your participation in BOB, you alone are responsible for
meeting the deadlines. Should you have any questions, please speak to
Mrs. Prestage, Mrs. Bustamante, Mrs. Baugh, or Mrs. W., our Battle of
the Book advisors.
September 12
Tuesday, October 28th
Wednesday, October 29th
Tuesday, November 18th
Wednesday, November 19th
Tuesday, January 27th
Wednesday, January 28th
Tuesday, February 24th
Wednesday, February 25th
Tuesday, March 17th
**BOB contract due to your teacher
Deadline: 4 books read and tested by
2:30PM
Spooktacular Reading! BOB Celebration
Deadline: 8 books read and tested by
2:30PM
So Grateful For Books! BOB Celebration in
Deadline: 12 books read and tested by
2:30PM
Cozy up With a BOB Book! BOB
Celebration
Deadline: 16 books read and tested by
2:30PM
I Love Reading! BOB Celebration
Wednesday, March 18th
Deadline: 20 books read and tested by
2:30PM
Lucky Me To Be In BOB! BOB Celebration
Wednesday, April 29th
I’m a BOB Battle Winner! BOB Celebration
Saturday, May 2nd
Etiwanda School District Battle of the
Books!
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