Battle of the Books returns to Madera with middle school division

Elementary and middle school students throughout Madera County will battle it out during the fifth annual Madera County Battle of the Books. 

Students from 22 schools in Madera County will meet at the Madera Fairgrounds on Wednesday to answer questions based on a list of 20 books that each team is responsible to read. There will be separate 3rd-4th, 5th-6th, and 7th-8th grade competitions.

“We’re excited to expand Battle of the Books by welcoming middle school students into the competition for the first time,” said Tricia Protzman, Madera County Superintendent of Schools. “The questions spark thoughtful discussion, teamwork, and deeper understanding of each book — turning literacy into a shared adventure.”