Battle of the Books Practice - 2025 Flashcards
Who wrote “Running Out of Time”?
Margaret Haddix
In which book does a servant girl named Miggery Sow dream of becoming a princess?
The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo
Who wrote “We’re Not from Here”?
Geoff Rodkey
In which book do the children receive help from talking animals and mythical creatures in their quest to save Narnia?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book does a character discover that home is not just a place, but where you feel safe and loved?
A Nest for Celeste, Henry Cole
Who wrote “Shiloh”?
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
In which book does a character learn that sometimes things don’t always go as planned, and that’s okay as long as you keep trying?
The Crooked Kind of Perfect, Linda Urban
In which book do the main characters live in ancient Korea and are part of a culture where kite fighting is a popular sport?
The Kite Fighters, Linda Park
In which book does a family try to adjust to life on a new planet, hoping to avoid the dangers that come with being newcomers?
We’re Not from Here, Geoff Rodkey
In which book does a rat named Roscuro seek revenge?
The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo
In which book is there a school that was accidentally built sideways, with classrooms stacked on top of each other instead of arranged in a traditional way?
Sideways Stories from Wayside School, Louis Sachar
In which book does a boy start a fake club to trick his parents into thinking he’s helping the community?
Slacker, Gordon Korman
In which book does a group of explorers set out on an epic journey, unaware of the dangers and secrets they will uncover along the way?
The Last Mapmaker, Christina Soontornvat
Who wrote “A Nest for Celeste: a Story About Art Inspiration and the Meaning of Home”?
Henry Cole
In which book do two characters find themselves stranded on a frozen lake after a snowmobile accident?
Frozen Stiff, Sherry Shahan
In which book does a small animal travel in a boy’s pocket to experience the outside world in a new way?
A Nest for Celeste, Henry Cole
In which book do two sisters escape from a difficult life on the streets hoping for a better future?
The Bridge Home, Padma Venkatraman
In which book does a princess rely on a magical castle to help protect her family?
Tuesdays at the Castle, Jessica Day George
In which book does a mother secretly reveal to her daughter that their town is not what it seems?
Running Out of Time, Margaret Peterson Haddix
In which book does a mouse escape from a cruel rat and search for a peaceful place to live?
A Nest for Celeste, Henry Cole
In which book does a character discover that people are watching her village through hidden cameras?
Running Out of Time, Margaret Peterson Haddix
In which book does a character discover that survival in the harsh winter landscape depends on more than just physical endurance?
Frozen Stiff, Sherry Shahan
In which book do four children discover a magical world hidden inside a wardrobe?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book does a small mouse with big ears fall in love with a princess?
The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo
In which book do two brothers learn about the value of teamwork and the importance of supporting each other through difficult times?
The Kite Fighters, Linda Park
In which book do two teenagers, one with a disability and the other with a troubled past, have to rely on each other for survival in a freezing wilderness?
Frozen Stiff, Sherry Shahan
In which book do the main group of characters use clever thinking to protect the world from a villainous plot led by a man known as Mr. Curtain?
The Mysterious Benedict Society, Trenton Lee Stewart
In which book does a teacher, Mrs. Gorf, turn students into apples for misbehaving, leading to a strange and humorous classroom dynamic?
Sideways Stories from Wayside School, Louis Sachar
In which book do royal children refuse to believe their missing parents are gone forever?
Tuesdays at the Castle, Jessica Day George
In which book does a character learn the importance of resilience and inner strength after facing unimaginable hardship?
The Bridge Home, Padma Venkatraman
In which book does a young girl form a special bond with an injured swan she helps rescue?
Wild Wings, Gill Lewis
In which book does a character go from avoiding responsibility to embracing teamwork and leadership?
Slacker, Gordon Korman
In which book does a dog’s loyalty and courage inspire a boy to be brave in the face of difficult choices?
Shiloh, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
In which book does a summer camp experience help a girl discover her inner strength and confidence?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
Who wrote “The Last Mapmaker”?
Christina Soontornvat
In which book does Reynie take the lead in solving puzzles and uncovering mysteries with the help of his new friends?
The Mysterious Benedict Society, Trenton Lee Stewart
In which book does a character struggle with balancing family expectations and her own dreams?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
In which book does a boy named Jack join forces with a princess to navigate a world full of fairy tale twists and dangers?
Half Upon a Time #1, James Riley
In which book does a castle show its approval or disapproval by adding or removing rooms?
Tuesdays at the Castle, Jessica Day George
In which book does a young girl discover the importance of embracing imperfections and finding joy in the unexpected moments of life?
The Crooked Kind of Perfect, Linda Urban
In which book does a girl admire a roller derby star named Rainbow Bite?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
In which book do fairy tale characters like the Big Bad Wolf and Cinderella play unexpected roles in the plot?
Half Upon a Time #1, James Riley
In which book does a character work with a wildlife rehabilitation center to care for animals in need?
Wlld Wings, Gill Lewis
In which book do three royal siblings stand against traitors trying to steal their throne?
Tuesdays at the Castle, Jessica Day George
In which book does a young princess use secret passages to outsmart her enemies?
Tuesdays at the Castle, Jessica Day George
In which book do the characters face mind-bending puzzles and dangerous situations that require both brains and bravery to overcome?
The Mysterious Benedict Society, Trenton Lee Stewart
Who wrote “Slacker”?
Gordon Korman
In which book does a character struggle with feeling like she has to prove herself to others because of her disability?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
In which book does a character accidentally create a wildly successful school club called the Positive Action Group?
Slacker, Gordon Korman
In which book does a girl learn that her entire life has been controlled by scientists studying human behavior?
Running Out of Time, Margaret Peterson Haddix
In which book does a boy find an injured dog and decide to keep it, even though it’s not his?
Shiloh, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
Who wrote “The Tale of Despereaux”?
Kate DiCamillo
In which book does a character battle the elements and their own fears to try to escape a dangerous situation?
Frozen Stiff, Sherry Shahan
In which book does the main character find herself questioning the trustworthiness of those leading the journey she’s joined?
The Last Mapmaker, Christina Soontornvat
In which book do the main characters learn to navigate the world of survival, relying on their wits and the kindness of others?
The Bridge Home, Padma Venkatraman
In which book do three friends try to solve a mystery about a secret left behind at a theme park?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
Who wrote “The Mysterious Benedict Society”?
Trenton Lee Stewart
Who wrote “Tuesdays at the Castle”?
Jessica Day George
In which book does a girl dye her hair blue as a sign of her new independence?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
In which book does Ida Bidson want to become a teacher?
The Secret School, Avi
In which book does a girl’s family move to Arizona to manage a run-down theme park?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
Who wrote “The Crooked Kind of Perfect”?
Linda Urban
In which book does a family struggle with the difficulty of speaking the local language, leading to humorous misunderstandings?
We’re Not from Here, Geoff Rodkey
In which book does a boy get in trouble when he ignores a fire alarm because he’s too focused on his video game?
Slacker, Gordon Korman
In which book do four siblings become kings and queens of a magical land called Narnia?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book does a young girl secretly join an expedition to map an uncharted region?
The Last Mapmaker, Christina Soontornvat
In which book does a lion named Aslan sacrifice himself to save a young boy’s life?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book does a character lead an army of creatures to fight in a battle to defeat the White Witch?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book does a character fall many times but keeps getting back up to prove she belongs in a tough sport?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
In which book does do two friends work together to keep their classmates learning after their teacher leaves?
The Secret School, Avi
In which book does a character carry a sewing needle as a sword on a daring quest?
The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo
In which book does a group of homeless children form a bond as they support each other in the face of adversity?
The Bridge Home, Padma Venkatraman
In which book does a brilliant man recruit a group of gifted children to fight against a dangerous conspiracy?
The Mysterious Benedict Society, Trenton Lee Stewart
In which book do the students have to navigate a bizarre school where elevators and hallways have minds of their own and time seems to operate unpredictably?
Sideways Stories from Wayside School, Louis Sachar
In which book does a character have to navigate a world full of technology she has never seen before?
Running Out of Time, Margaret Peterson Haddix
In which book do the brothers’ bond grow stronger as they learn important lessons about family and competition?
The Kite Fighters, Linda Park
Who wrote “Wild Wings”?
Gill Lewis
In which book do characters travel through dangerous and enchanted lands, learning valuable lessons about friendship and bravery?
Half Upon a Time #1, James Riley
In which book do four exceptional children, each with unique talents, come together to solve a mysterious problem and save the world?
The Mysterious Benedict Society, Trenton Lee Stewart
In which book do the main characters work together to navigate a strange new world, all while trying to keep their true identities a secret?
We’re Not from Here, Geoff Rodkey
In which book does a girl escape from a hidden village and struggle to adjust to the modern world?
Running Out of Time, Margaret Peterson Haddix
In which book does a character learn the importance of protecting nature and wildlife?
Wlld Wings, Gill Lewis
In which book does Miss Fletcher have to leave to care for her sick mother?
The Secret School, Avi
In which book does a young boy work hard to build the perfect kite to honor his family’s tradition?
The Kite Fighters, Linda Park
In which book does a prince’s charming appearance disguise his true nature as he becomes a surprising ally on a mission?
Half Upon a Time #1, James Riley
In which book do the children help a lion fight against the evil White Witch to save a magical land?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
Who wrote “The Kite Fighters”?
Linda Park
In which book does a character struggle with his feelings of jealousy and rivalry toward his older brother?
The Kite Fighters, Linda Park
In which book is the principal obsessed with cupcakes?
Sideways Stories from Wayside School, Louis Sachar
In which book does a girl sign up for roller derby camp even though she has never skated before?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
In which book does a girl named Zoe struggle to balance her desire for perfection with the realities of her imperfect life?
The Crooked Kind of Perfect, Linda Urban
In which book does Ida worry that the school board might shut down the school because they did not approve her as a teacher?
The Secret School, Avi
In which book is the entire story told through a series of quirky, standalone chapters that feature different students and teachers at a very odd school?
Sideways Stories from Wayside School, Louis Sachar
In which book does a boy face the challenge of standing up to an adult who has wronged an innocent animal?
Shiloh, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
In which book does a character learn that her differences don’t define her, but rather how she chooses to face life’s challenges?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
In which book does Tom juggle work on the family farm, making it hard for him to attend school?
The Secret School, Avi
In which book does a girl discover a long-lost connection between her birth mother and the theme park her family moves to?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
Who wrote “Half Upon a Time #1”?
James Riley
In which book do characters discover that the classic fairy tales they know are much more complicated than they realized?
Half Upon a Time #1, James Riley
In which book does a family face the challenge of convincing the inhabitants of a new planet that they mean no harm, even though they come from a distant and unknown world?
We’re Not from Here, Geoff Rodkey
In which book does a young girl named May escape her royal life and go on an adventure to find her grandmother?
Half Upon a Time #1, James Riley
In which book does the White Witch rule Narnia with an eternal winter until Aslan returns?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book does a young girl hide her true identity as she embarks on an adventure that could change her life forever?
The Last Mapmaker, Christina Soontornvat
In which book does a character care more about video games than school or responsibilities?
Slacker, Gordon Korman
Who wrote “Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe”?
C.S. Lewis
In which book does a castle change its rooms and hallways whenever it wants?
Tuesdays at the Castle, Jessica Day George
In which book does a girl sneak out of her community to find medicine for sick children?
Running Out of Time, Margaret Peterson Haddix
In which book does a girl born without arms move to a new state and start over at a new school?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
In which book does a mouse use his bravery and kindness to save a princess from danger?
The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo
In which book does a young character try to make new friends in an unfamiliar world, learning that it’s not always easy to be accepted?
We’re Not from Here, Geoff Rodkey
In which book does a girl discover that her 1840s village is actually a historical experiment?
Running Out of Time, Margaret Peterson Haddix
In which book does a character struggle with losing her best friend as they grow apart?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
In which book does a girl use her feet to do everyday tasks like eating, writing, and even playing the guitar?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
Who wrote “Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus”?
Dusti Bowling
In which book does a small mouse search for a safe and comfortable home?
A Nest for Celeste, Henry Cole
In which book does a boy betray his siblings for the promise of power and delicious food?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book does a girl make new friends after feeling left behind by her childhood best friend?
Roller Girl, Victoria Jamieson
In which book is a character turned into stone by the White Witch’s magic?
Lion, Witch, & the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis
In which book is a mouse sentenced to the dungeon for breaking the rules?
The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo
Who wrote “Roller Girl”?
Victoria Jamieson
In which book does a character count in an unconventional way but still gets the answer right?
Sideways Stories from Wayside School, Louis Sachar
Who wrote “Frozen Stiff”?
Sherry Shahan
In which book does a girl become friends with a boy who has Tourette syndrome?
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, Dusti Bowling
In which book does the main character get a flat tire, making her almost miss the final exam?
The Secret School, Avi
Who wrote “The Bridge Home”?
Padma Venkatraman
In which book does a group of kids use their intelligence, creativity, and teamwork to uncover the truth behind a mysterious institute called The Institute for the Very, Very Smart?
The Mysterious Benedict Society, Trenton Lee Stewart
In which book does the main character find hope and courage while helping a swan return to the wild?
Wlld Wings, Gill Lewis
In which book does a young boy struggle with fitting in on a planet filled with strange creatures and different customs?
We’re Not from Here, Geoff Rodkey
Who wrote “The Secret School”?
Avi
In which book does a middle schooler go from pretending to care to actually becoming a leader?
Slacker, Gordon Korman
In which book does a young girl’s dreams of becoming a piano prodigy get turned upside down when she’s given an organ instead?
The Crooked Kind of Perfect, Linda Urban
In which book does a mouse form an unlikely friendship with a kindhearted boy who is passionate about art?
A Nest for Celeste, Henry Cole
Who wrote “Sideways Stories from Wayside School”?
Louis Sachar
In which book does a 14-year old girl secretly take over teaching at a one-room schoolhouse named The Elk Valley School?
The Secret School, Avi
