Battle of the Books 2013-14

Deep and Dark and Dangerous by Mary Downing Hahn Thirteen-year-old Ali, vacationing with her aunt and cousin at a secluded family cottage, is drawn by family tension and a bratty visitor to investigate the events of a long-ago summer that had a tragic ending. http://safeshare.tv/w/IjbkQxkJ Uc 1:45 min. trailer

Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis It's the Depression, and Bud is ten and has been in and out of the Flint, Michigan, children's home and foster homes since his mother died. After a particularly terrible evening with his latest foster family, Bud decides to take off and find the man he believes is his father, bandleader Herman E. Calloway. 2 min. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/eqBifeJWDX

Dragonet Prophecy by Tui Sutherland Five young dragons have been raised under guard by a group of rebel adults; the dragonets are destined to fulfill a prophecy to end the war among dragon tribes. Immediately upon escaping their captivity they are pursued by a wicked dragon queen. Book 1 in the Wings of Fire series (book 4 was just released). 40 sec. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/yDGGLvlPHj

Fever, 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson Yellow fever is sweeping through Philadelphia, and for young Mattie, the epidemic begins with the sudden death of a friend. Mattie flees the city with her grandfather, but soon discovers the disease is everywhere. 1:27 min. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/rozoaiNgao

Fablehaven by Brandon Mull Where have all the fairies gone? …to Fablehaven, a preserve for magical creatures. Kendra and her brother Seth think they are in for a boring vacation at their grandparents. However, when Grandpa warns them NOT to go into the woods, of course, they do; only to discover magic, mystery, and danger! There are 5 books in this fantasy series. 1 min. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/JAdBVQbdkt

Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper Narrator Melody is a fifth grader with cerebral palsy. She's brilliant, but few people realize just how brilliant until she receives "Elvira," her Medi-Talker computer. Draper paints the picture of a real girl-- with tantrums and attitude, problems with mean girls and oafish adults. 45 sec. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/BvLrxHtJya

Poppy by Avi This story of bravery, persistence, and an overthrown tyrant features the heroine Poppy -- a small deer mouse -- and the evil Mr. Ocax, a great horned owl, who protects Poppy and her family provided they don't leave their territory without his permission. There are 6 books in the “Tales From Dimwood Forest” series http://bit.ly/psnhVa

How to Steal a Dog by Barbara O’Connor After Georgina's father leaves, her family struggles with poverty and homelessness. Desperate, Georgina convinces herself that stealing a dog to collect reward money is the answer. Will she do it, or do her morals stop her? 1:40 min. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/zTZrddpIBb

Peak by Roland Smith Peak is a natural-born climber. After being apprehended atop the Woolworth Building, he's rescued from juvenile detention by his estranged father, who pushes Peak to be the youngest to summit Everest. 1:40 min. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/vyQPMXsHRT

Wild Life by Cynthia DeFelice After getting his hunting license, Erik looks forward to tramping through pheasant fields with his best friend. But when his parents are deployed to Iraq, Erik is sent to his grandparents' farm. After his obstinate grandfather threatens the dog Erik rescues, boy and hound escape to the vast North Dakota fields. 2:40 min. trailer http://safeshare.tv/w/hNCQ CcxReS

BOB Details meet Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 in the library 12 meetings (you cannot miss more than 3) read 5 of the 10 books to participate in the school battle write 10 questions about each book read permission slip due to Ms. Loesel or Ms. Weaver by Wednesday, Dec. 11 first meeting Thursday, Dec. 12

Resources Images of book covers from Destiny, our online catalog. Book summaries from Book Wizard on scholastic.com, amazon.com, School Library Journal and Booklist. Videos from YouTube.com.