Battle of the Books Quiz Center Study Sessions
An ongoing series by The Battle of the Books Quiz Center at www.bobqc.net - discussions and summaries of books to help understand and remember content from books.
Episodes
Ever lit a cursed lamp just to impress your classmates? Aru Shah did—and it accidentally unleashed an ancient demon and froze time. In this video, we dive into Aru Shah and the End of Time by Roshani Chokshi, the thrilling first book in the Pandava series. We’ll walk through the exciting plot, introduce key characters (hello, talking pigeon sidekick!), and explore the rich Hindu mythology that shapes Aru’s epic journey. This fun, f...
Stranded in the Canadian wilderness with nothing but a hatchet, 13-year-old Brian Robeson must learn to survive alone after a plane crash changes his life forever. In this episode, we break down Hatchet by Gary Paulsen—a gripping story of survival, resilience, and self-discovery. Join us as we explore Brian’s transformation, the book’s powerful themes, and the real-life inspirations behind this middle grade classic. W...
What happens when the government controls everything—even your thoughts? In this episode, we dive into 1984 by George Orwell, a chilling dystopian novel that still feels shockingly relevant today. We’ll explore the world of Oceania, dissect themes like surveillance, propaganda, and freedom, and ask why Orwell’s vision continues to resonate decades later. Whether you’re reading 1984 for class or revisiting it as an adu...
This podcast discusses the middle grades book, Starfish by Lisa Fipps. It includes SPOILERS -- this is not a book review or a simple summary. It includes details to help readers better understand and retain concepts from the book.
A quiz with 292 questions & answers with page numbers for Starfish can be found on the Battle of the Books Quiz Center website: www.obob.me
Summary and discussion of the book, Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen. It contains spoilers because it is intended to be used as a study tool to increase retention and comprehension of the book.
You can see the video with illustrations here: https://youtu.be/QiEvGEL7yD4?si=7dXJEmjx1og828P-
This is the first of an ongoing series of discussions and summarizations about books for elementary, middle school, and high school students.
The podcast discusses details from the beginning through the end of the book, helping to increase comprehension and retention of the content, making it a valuable study tool for Battle of the Books, Reading Bowls, Reading Olympics, and other academic competitions as well as Literature Circle...
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