Battle of the Books

Moderation state
published
Other Applicants

Annie Stefani

Tom LeFevers

Grade(s)
Number of Students
60
Grant Category
Grant Date
2015-10-15T12:00:00
Description

This grant will:

  • generate a buzz around reading
  • help Foundation students acheive their Accelerated Reading objectives for their English classes
  • help increase students' STAR reading level
Success of Program

Success will be measured by:

  • number of books read,
  • number of AR tests taken,
  • student and faculty participation,
  • student feedback.
Implementation

Implementation includes:

  • selection of titles by librarian and Foundations teachers,
  • purchase of titles,
  • creation of activities,
  • promotion of titles to students,
  • student reading of books and participation in activities,
  • voting for favorite book.
Can you share this grant with your grade level or subject team?

yes

Other funding sources

Last year, we used a combination of English Department and library funds to jumpstart this program.

Notes

Battle of the Books was very popular last year. Although this is for Foundations classes, we find that many more students enjoy participating in the reading fun!