Oregon Battle of the Books!

Evelyn did Oregon Battle of the Books in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade and LOVED it. Matthew hasn't been as into reading as his sister, but when he was picked as a strong reader and student to be on the 3rd grade alternates team, he was SO excited and honored! I, of course, was asked to mentor the 3rd grade kids (who read the books and then fill in as alternated on battle day if needed. It's a good way to introduce OBOB to them.) and had the best time with this group and silly, smart and kind kiddos! They all read books that they may not have read if not for OBOB, and learned and grew in teamwork, too. So proud of them.

Today was battle day, and unfortunately the flu is going around Fir Grove. Fortunately, that means that we needed to use SIX alternates today for battles. The kids were nervous but so ready and so excited too!

My sweet group!

Super silly too!

Matthew and his buddy Sam were put on the same team and they were a HUGE help to the team and actually got them to the 4th grade semi-finals. Matthew had so much fun!

Matthew and Sam battling

The boys taking a break between battles, Xavier (in the white shirt) ended up on a team who went to the 4th grade final! I was so proud of him!

Matthew and Sam with their team, the Book-A-Corns.

I am so proud of Matthew for reading so many books and really working hard. He grew in confidence and his reading skills grew too. He is already planning on next year and already reading books on next year's OBOB list!!

A great OBOB year for sure!