60 pages • 2 hours read
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Published in 2007, Jacqueline Davies’s The Lemonade War follows the Treski siblings, Jessie and Evan, as they compete to run the most successful lemonade stand during the summer before Jessie skips a grade to join Evan's fourth-grade class. The story, narrated alternately from each sibling’s perspective, explores their rivalry, business strategies, and eventual reconciliation.
Jacqueline Davies' The Lemonade War is praised for its engaging story and relatable sibling rivalry, making it a hit among young readers and educators for its blend of business concepts and family dynamics. However, some critics note that the resolution feels somewhat rushed, and the competitive actions between siblings might be intense for sensitive readers.
Readers who enjoy The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies are typically young readers aged 8-12 who appreciate realistic fiction with themes of sibling rivalry, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving. Fans of Louis Sachar's Sideways Stories from Wayside School or Megan McDonald's Judy Moody series will find this book engaging and relatable.
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