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2016-17 OBOB Title List
3-5 Division
- Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea
- Escaping the Giant Wave by Peg Kehret
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling
- Hook’s Revenge by Heidi Schulz
- Joshua Dread by Lee Bacon
- Knucklehead by Jon Scieszka
- Matilda by Roald Dahl
- Miss Spitfire: Reaching Helen Keller by Sarah Miller
- Quinny and Hopper by Adriana Brad Schanen
- Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary
- Rescue on the Oregon Trail by Kate Messner
- Skateboard Party by Karen English
- Small Steps: The Year I Got Polio by Peg Kehret
- A Snicker of Magic by Natalie Lloyd
- Upside-Down Magic by Sarah Mlynowski
- Woof by Spencer Quinn
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2016-17 Oregon Battle of the Books Grades 3-5 Annotated Booklist
Note to parents: Oregon Battle of the Books Division 1 is open to third, fourth and fifth grade students. However, the titles are selected with the reading level and maturity of fourth and fifth graders in mind. You may feel that the content and/or theme of one or two of these titles are inappropriate for your child. We recommend that you read and discuss these books with your child. A book that stretches a child’s thinking is a great opportunity to discuss world events and your family’s values.
Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea Seven students relate how their lives are changed by their new teacher. (2011) Realistic Fiction AR level 3.7 points: 5, 560L, 269 pages
Escaping the Giant Wave by Peg Kehret Vacation on the Oregon coast becomes a nightmare when a tsunami threatens thirteen-year-old Kyle and his younger sibling. (2003) Adventure AR level 4.7 points: 4, 750L, 151 pages
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling After years of abuse from his aunt and uncle, Harry is rescued by a stranger who takes him to his new home at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. (1998) Fantasy AR level 5.5 points: 12, 880L, 309 pages
Hook’s Revenge by Heidi Schulz Captain Hook’s daughter sets out to avenge her father’s death. (2014) Fantasy AR level 5.6 points: 9, 800L, 304 pages hardback; 320 pages paperback
Joshua Dread by Lee Bacon Middle school is tough for Joshua, as tries to deal with bullies and hide his parents’ identities. (2013) Science Fiction AR level 5.0 points: 7, 700L, 258 pages
Knucklehead by John Scieszka Hilarious trip down memory lane provides a peek into the development of this creative, free spirit. (2008) Biography AR level 4.6 points: 2, 750L, 106 pages
Matilda by Roald Dahl Matilda uses her mental powers against her school’s evil headmistress. (1988) Humor AR level 5.0 points: 6, 840L, 240 pages
Miss Spitfire: Reaching Helen Keller by Sarah Miller Annie Sullivan travels from the East coast to the South to try to teach young Helen self-discipline and communication skills. (2007) Historical Fiction/Biography AR level 5.8 points: 8, 890L, 240 pages
Quinny & Hopper by Adriana Brad Schanen Can two unlikely summer friends remain so when school begins? (2014) Realistic Fiction AR level 4.0 points: 4, 660L, 230 pages
Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary Ramona feels grown-up as she tries new things, but is shaken when her teacher calls her a nuisance. (1981) Realistic Fiction AR level 5.6 points: 3, 860L, 179 pages/185 pages
Rescue on the Oregon Trail by Kate Messner Ranger, a golden retriever, finds himself transported back to 1850, where he helps a family traveling west. (2015) Historical Fiction/Science Fiction AR level 4.5 points: 2, 690L, 116 pages
Skateboard Party by Karen English Richard is eager to show off his skateboard skills, when his teacher’s note threatens his plans. (2014) Fiction AR level 4.7 points: 3, 740L, 115/128 pages
Small Steps: The Year I Got Polio by Peg Kehret The author describes her battle against polio when she was a young teen. (1996) Biography AR level 5.2 points: 4, 890L, 179 pages
A Snicker of Magic by Natalie Lloyd A girl moves to a mountain town with a magical past, and sets out to restore the lost magic. (2014) Fantasy AR level 4.7 points: 10, 680L, 311 pages
Upside-Down Magic by Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle, and Emily Jenkins Nory and others with unpredictable magic are sent to the upside-down magic room at their magic school. (2015) Fantasy AR level 3.7 points: 4, 560L, 196 pages
Woof by Spencer Quinn A mutt investigates the theft of his owner’s prize stuffed marlin. (2015) Mystery AR level 4.3 points: 9, 650L, 293 pages
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OBOB Book Trailers
Below you will see the slide show I showed you in class. You can see all the book trailers and author interviews by clicking on the books or any words that are underlined. Scroll down to see all the slides.