Elementary Battle of the Books (EBOB) is a statewide reading program sponsored by the North Carolina School Library Media Association for students in grades 4–5. Participants read a selected list of engaging books and work as a team to answer quiz-style questions that test their knowledge of characters, plots, and details. The program encourages a love of reading, strengthens comprehension skills, and builds teamwork and confidence in a fun, supportive environment.

Team members are required to memorize the list of book titles and authors. Practices are currently held after school so the student must have reliable transportation.