Overview
The American School of Baroda (ASB) follows a rigorous curriculum that blends the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with a strong American core. For the academic year 202021, the school released a comprehensive book list that supports students from Grades6 through 12. The list is divided into three major groups:
- Core Textbooks: Required for every student in a given grade.
- Supplementary Reads: Recommended for deeper exploration and enrichment.
- Library Resources: Additional titles available onsite for research projects and independent study.
All materials were selected to align with the IB Learner Profile, fostering inquiry, critical thinking, and global awareness. Below you will find a detailed breakdown of the titles, authors, ISBNs, and brief descriptions to help students, parents, and teachers navigate the list efficiently.
Core Textbooks
Middle School (Grades68)
Mathematics
- Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (IB MYP 5) Oxford University Press, ISBN9780198354322
- Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (IB MYP 5) Oxford University Press, ISBN9780198354339
Science
- Science: Interactions (IB MYP 5) Oxford University Press, ISBN9780198474303
- Biology (Holt, Rinehart & Winston) ISBN9780321648505
- Physical Science (Pearson) ISBN9780134498745
English Language & Literature
- Oxford IB Language and Culture Coursebook (MYP 5) ISBN9780198354445
- Exploring Literature (Cambridge) ISBN9781107432915
Social Studies
- World History (Houghton Mifflin) ISBN9780544967905
- Geography: Making Connections (Oxford) ISBN9780198395740
High School (Grades910 IB MYP 6)
Mathematics
- Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (IB MYP 6) Oxford University Press, ISBN9780198354519
- Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (IB MYP 6) Oxford University Press, ISBN9780198354526
Science
- Biology for the IB Diploma (Cambridge) ISBN9781108442865
- Chemistry for the IB Diploma (Cambridge) ISBN9781108442902
- Physics for the IB Diploma (Cambridge) ISBN9781108442940
English
- IB English A: Language and Literature (Oxford) ISBN9780198354628
- IB English B (Oxford) ISBN9780198354635
Social Sciences
- History: Foundations and Transformations (Oxford) ISBN9780198354740
- Economics (Pearson) ISBN9780134522282
- Global Politics (Oxford) ISBN9780198363066
IB Diploma Programme (Grades1112)
Group1 Studies in Language and Literature
- English A: Literature (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198373705
- English A: Language and Literature (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198373712
Group2 Language Acquisition
- Spanish B (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198373887
- French B (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198373894
Group3 Individuals and Societies
- Economics (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198373979
- History (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198373986
- Geography (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198373993
- Biology (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198374013
- Chemistry (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198374020
- Physics (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198374037
- Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198374051
- Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198374068
- Visual Arts (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198374082
- Music (Oxford IB Diploma Coursebook) ISBN9780198374099
Supplementary Reads
While the core list covers the mandatory curriculum, ASB encourages students to explore additional titles that broaden perspective and support extended essays.
Literature & Critical Thinking
- To Kill a Mockingbird Harper Lee ISBN9780061120084
- 1984 George Orwell ISBN9780451524935
- Things Fall Apart Chinua Achebe ISBN9780385474542
Science & Innovation
- The Gene: An Intimate History Siddhartha Mukherjee ISBN9781476733500
- A Short History of Nearly Everything Bill Bryson ISBN9780767908184
World History & Culture
- Guns, Germs, and Steel Jared Diamond ISBN9780393317558
- The Silk Roads Peter Frankopan ISBN9781101912379
Philosophy & Ethics
- The Republic Plato (Penguin Classics) ISBN9780140455113
- A History of Ethics Alasdair MacIntyre ISBN9780231117999
Study Skills & Essay Writing
- IB Extended Essay: Guidance for Success Peter Ryan ISBN9781847807471
- How to Write a Great Essay William Strunk Jr. & E. B. White ISBN9780142409905
Library Resources
The school library holds a curated selection of reference works, periodicals, and digital databases that complement the printed book list.
| Resource | Type | Access |
|---|---|---|
| JSTOR Academic Journal Archive | Digital Database | Student login |
| Britannica Academic | Reference Encyclopedia | Onsite & remote |
| World Atlas (Oxford) | Print Atlas | Reference desk |
| The New York Times International Edition | Newspaper | Print & online |
| Science Daily Research Updates | Online Magazine | Free access |
Study Tips for Using the Book List Effectively
- Create a Master Spreadsheet: Record ISBN, edition, and whether the book is required or optional. Mark the due date for each textbook purchase.
- Prioritise Core Textbooks: Acquire them before the first week of classes; they are essential for lesson planning and assessments.
- Utilise Library Copies: If a title is expensive, check the librarys holding policy. Reserve a copy at least a week ahead of assignments.
- Integrate Supplementary Reads: Choose one supplementary title per semester that aligns with your extended essay or personal interest.
- Form Study Groups: Discuss chapters together; peer explanation reinforces comprehension and prepares you for oral presentations.
- Leverage Digital Tools: Scan page numbers into a notetaking app (e.g., OneNote) and tag them by subject for quick retrieval.
- Maintain a Reading Log: Record reflections after each chapter; this will be invaluable when drafting internal assessments.
By following these strategies, students can navigate the extensive list without feeling overwhelmed and make the most of the resources that ASB provides.
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