Mat-Su Battle of the Books Program Battle of the Books is a statewide Alaskan reading motivation and comprehension program. The original idea came from a radio program sponsored by Chicago Public Library in the early 1940’s, and was brought to Kodiak by a Chicago librarian. At present nearly every Alaskan school district and many from out of state participate in the annual event. Our goal is to encourage and recognize students who enjoy reading, broaden reading interests, increase reading comprehension, and promote academic excellence. We believe that reading should be fun and the Battle of the Books program is one way librarians and teachers have committed to share their love of reading with all of our students. State Battle of the Books   2011 Offical Bookmark List K-2 List 3-4 List 5-6 List 7-8 List HS List (Offical list will be finalized in August)   Congratulations to 2010 District Winners: 3/4 - First: Mat-Su Central Second: Academy Charter Third: Midnight Sun 5/6 - First: Cottonwood Creek Second: Academy Charter Third: Pioneer Peak 7/8: First: Teeland Middle School Second: Su-Valley Third: Wasilla Middle School High School - First: Mat-Su Central Second: Su-Valley High School Third: Wasilla High School 2011 District Tournament Dates   Grades 3/4 & 5/6, Machetanz Elementary - February 5th 2011 - 9 A.M.  Grades 7 & 8 TBA  High School, TBA   Battle of the Books Guidelines 2011 Map to Machetanz Elementary Schedule 2010 Registration Form New Cell Emergency Form Concession Stand Price List   For those who are new to Battle of the Books this is a demonstration of directions and a battle.   Thank you Mrs. Turk.    Introduction