OBOB

Congratulations to the Pink Party Pickles!

They will represented Oak Hills well at the Regional Tournament.

They earned 6th overall!

Check out these OBOB resources:

OBOB Website: https://www.oregonbattleofthebooks.org/
OBOB Dog, Practice Questions: https://obob.dog/
Cedar Mill Public Library Practice Questions: https://library.cedarmill.org/kids/obob/
Lake Oswego Public Library Practice Questions: https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/kids/obob-2025-2026
Washington County Library: https://www.wccls.org/obob
Author Name Pronunciation: https://www.wccls.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/2025-2026%20OBOB%20Final%20Website%20Pronunciation%20Guide_%203-5.pdf
Facebook Page: Oregon Battle of the Books
Roundabout Books Author Visits: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6L3c1KECYphqlI_jNdS_0DjFVq5tdPHE5JPmPi-Cv-j-nug/viewform
For extra practice look up "Book Club Questions", "Discussion Questions" and Quizlets online for each book to practice at home.

OBOB FAQ's

FAQ’s:

Is OBOB required? No, this is an optional reading and literacy program.
Can teams be formed before October? No. Teachers form the third grade teams. The fourth and fifth grade teams are formed at school during an OBOB meeting where all those interested meet and form teams. This is a student driven program. Forming teams at school with all interested students helps to alleviate most social and emotional issues. If issues arise, students discuss the matter with Ms. Larsen.
What happens if a student is absent on the day teams are formed? Come see Ms. Larsen and the student will get help finding a team to be on.
Once the teams are formed can they meet after school to practice? Yes and this is encouraged!
How many lunch recess practices will there be? Depends on how many volunteers sign up to help. Usually we can get in 4 practices.
Are the lunch recess practices required? The lunch recess practices are strongly encouraged. These practices are provided to even out the practice time for the teams. Most teams attend these practices.
Where do I sign up to volunteer? Complete the Volunteer information on the Registration form or email Ms. Larsen. Community Volunteers are welcomed too.
Can a student drop out? It is emphasized to remain on a team and not drop. Before registration forms are signed we discuss what a commitment is, how they are a part of a team and no dropping out. Please discuss what this commitment means with your child before completing and signing the registration form.
Are the OBOB books provided? The PTO has graciously purchased several copies of each book to check out from the library.
Is there a cost to join OBOB? No. Once again the PTO pays for the school registration.
What is expected of the parents? It is encouraged to read the books with or to your child, answer questions from your child about the book to help develop their comprehension, practice many practice questions - see the links above for several practice questions (this can be a fun family time!) and provide transportation to and from the Regional Tournament.

Please contact Ms. Larsen if you have further questions!

2026 3rd to 5th Grade Division Book List

3rd to 5th Grade Division

Better with Butter by Victoria Piontek
Elf Dog and Owl Head by M. T. Anderson
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein
Finding Langston by Lesa Cline-Ransome
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhhà Lại
Just Like Click by Sandy Grubb
The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass
The Million Dollar Race by Matthew Ross Smith
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
Odder by Katherine Applegate
The Remarkable Rescue at Milkweed Meadow by Elaine Dimopoulos
The Secret Garden on 81st Street by Ivy Noelle Weir and Amber Padilla
Squished by Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter
The Tail of Emily Windsnap by Liz Kessler
The last book will be voted on at the State Tournament in April.

OBOB Hall of Fame!

Students who read all 16 books and complete a questionnaire, will be entered into the OBOB Hall of Fame, receive a certificate, be honored in the school newsletter and get a free book! Click HERE and complete the form.

Congratulations to

Brooks Callison!

He completed reading all 16 OBOB books and is in the 2024-2025 OBOB Hall of Fame!

Congratulations to

Reyansh Karthik!

He completed reading all 16 OBOB books and is in the 2024-2025 OBOB Hall of Fame!

Congratulations to

Brett Horrocks!

He completed reading all 16 OBOB books and is in the 2024-2025 OBOB Hall of Fame!

Congratulations to

Gabe Law!

He completed reading all 16 OBOB books and is in the 2024-2025 OBOB Hall of Fame!

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