Battle of the Books

Instill the love of reading and promote dialogue and understanding around great books! Battle of the Books (BOTB) is organized by Douglas County Libraries, and parent volunteers collaborate with our staff to run this very active and successful program at Lone Tree Elementary. This is an invaluable opportunity for students in grades 3rd - 5th to read, engage in fun activities and conversations about books, and culminate their experience by competing in game-show-style battles.

Organizers

Thanks to our lead staff member, Megan Koonce, and our lead parent organizer, Erika Miller.

If you have any questions, please send an email to: Megan.Koonce@dcsdk12.org

Tuesday, September 22, Student Information Meetings During the School Day

After the meetings...

• Students form teams of 5-7
• Find an adult who will agree to coach the team
• Commit to reading great books and attending weekly practices
• Participate in LTE's Battle of the Books Event Day
• Be ready to participate in the Lone Tree Branch Battle if on a winning team

Wednesday, September 23, 8:15-9:00 am, Parent Information Meeting

To participate, students need an adult coach who can commit at least one hour a week. Join us in the Learning Commons for an informational meeting to learn what being a BOTB Coach entails. We deeply appreciate the volunteers who make this program possible for our students! If you are considering coaching, please plan to attend.

Link here for the LTE Battle of the Books Program Overview Presentation

• October 5 - Deadline for coaches to register their teams, including the names of all team members. Sign your teams up here.
• Sign up for practice space at LTE
• Assigned Practice Space
• Douglas County Libraries Battle of the Books General Rules
• Wednesday, January 20, Intra-school Battle Day Schedule for both 3/4 and 5th Battles
• DCL Battle Schedule for the Inter-school Battles at the Lone Tree Branch of Douglas County Libraries - TBD