| Title | : | The Lemonade Crime (The Lemonade War, #2) |
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| ISBN | : | 0547279671 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780547279671 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 |
| Publication | : | First published January 1, 2011 |
| Awards | : | Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (2013) |
As she explores the difficulties of fairness, Jacqueline Davies once again reveals how good she is at understanding the complex emotions of children this age.
The Lemonade Crime (The Lemonade War, #2) Reviews
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Quick Review:
I wish I had read the first book in this series, because this book was awesome! Who doesn't love a good book about kids getting into a lemonade war? Especially a childhood courtroom! Sure, it sounds dull but it was an amazing premise! It's fun, fast paced and easy to read. It's a great middle grade read that adults can enjoy too! -
Another well written book in the series. There are some very good learning opportunities mixed with in the fun story. I will definitely continue the series!
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Never having read The Lemonade Wars, this sequel by Davis succeeds in offering up a thirst-quenching tale that can stand on its own two feet. That said, I want to read The Lemonade Wars and imagine that readers who are coming to "the crime" after having done so will enjoy it all the more.
Themes of symmetry, justice, and fairness are woven through-out this pitch-perfect novel for the 3rd and 4th grade set.
Some favorite quotes that would be ripe for class discussions and writing prompts:
One of the unspoken rules on the playground was never tell the duty teacher what's really going on.p.51
Parents always went way easier on other people's kids than they did on their own.p.55
Sometimes someone said something one way and meant it exactly the opposite.p.69
Davis has written a trilogy by adding The Bell Bandit and has made a terrific companion website,
http://www.lemonadewar.com/. One of my favorite extension ideas is to have your students plan, organize, and run their own lemonade stand, with proceeds going to a charity of their choice. -
The Lemonade Crime is a very interesting book. It's a quick read and anyone would have fun with it! It could make more sense to you if you read the first book but you really don't need to! I hope everyone ends up in the recliner with your nose stuck in this book like I did!
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I thought that this book was really good and had a lot of details.
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Picking up where The Lemonade War ended, this sequel tells the story of Jessie and Evan's efforts to prove Scott Spencer stole $208 from them at the end of the summer. Jessie sets up a mock courtroom on the playground after school, assigning the roles of judge, jury, and witnesses to members of their 4th grade classroom. Acting as Evan's lawyer, she sets out to prove Scott guilty. Evan, meanwhile, struggles with his friends' casual attitude toward the theft and with their willingness to remain friends with Scott in the face of his apparent guilt.
Inside a well-written story, Davies has once again crafted genuine characters in Jessie, Evan, and Scott. Jessie obsesses over her plans as much as she does her schoolwork, focusing entirely on the logical and missing the social aspects of the situation, as very intelligent children often do. Evan, however, lets his emotions determine his actions when his anger gets the best of him. Readers also gain insight into Scott's behavior after witnessing interactions between Scott and his parents. The actions of each child are true to his or her personality inside the situation.
Kids who liked The Lemonade War will be eager to get their hands on this book, not just to learn the truth of the missing money, but to revisit these dynamic characters. -
The lemonade crime, by Jacqueline Davies is a justice seeking adventure with the Treskie siblings. In the first book, “The Lemonade War,” a lot of money is stolen from Evan and Jessie. Now they are determined to prove that it was Scott Spencer. Jessie makes a courtroom from recess equipment. She gives everyone jobs and they have a trial. I like this book and I want to read the rest of the series. I like the first better but I still love this one. I love how organized Jessie is and I wish I could be as organized. I also love that they don’t give up when things get hard. I think the theme of this book is to be honest, because Scott isn’t very honest and it gets him into trouble. Jessie is very honest and never tells a lie. I also think that anouther theme is to work hard and it will pay off. Jessie and Evan work really hard to find out who took the money and to get it back. Overall, I think this is a great book.
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I think this book is awesome because of the small court they had in the book mostly because I knew nothing about court until now. I like how this 4th grader set up everything for his brother so he can get his money back but I never knew a sister would do all this for her brother,would you? Now back to the small court I like how there was juries,witnesses,a lawyer, and a judge that all seems pretty cool to me and I like the suspense,who going to win the court stuff like that. I can't really relate because she (the main charter) seems to know a lot about court and I did not know about court until I read this book and I also can't relate because the main charter also skipped a grade and I did not.I can't relate to this book but I sure love this book I could not wait to get the end. I think you should read it too.
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Evan and Jessie are siblings who are convinced that Scott Spencer took something from them. In the previous book, THE LEMONADE WAR, money made from selling lemonade was stolen. This sequel is a follow-up in which readers get to see what’s going on with the missing money.
Accusing Scott of theft isn’t the easiest thing since Evan and Scott are friends, plus Scott is popular. Nevertheless, Jessie wants to see justice served. Their class creates a mock trial complete with a courtroom, jury, and audience. People take sides, argue about who’ll be the judge and attorney, and are shocked when the truth about the money comes out.
This is a delightful sequel. Children are sure to learn about the legal process since Jessie and company aim to adhere to the law. Dynamics between friends and weaving a web of secrecy and lies are other themes found in this book. -
This book alluded to some things that happened in the first book The Lemonade War (which I have not read). But it was mostly easy to follow in spite of me missing the first book. Each chapter began with an easy-to-understand definition of a judicial term, and the following chapter showed in playing out in the kids' real life. I really liked how this book's plot was very realistic and engaging and the characters were very believable. The book is a very fast read and the writing a little jerky at times. But overall a good read! I would recommend this book to kids who like Andrew Clement's book Frindle and other books of that type.
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I really liked
The Lemonade War, the first book in this series. There was a great infusion of math and the story even had a plot twist or two. This book continues that story, which isn't as interesting this go around. This time, there is a focus on the legal process and vocabulary related to that. They still sneak some math in, which is always great, but it's not as much or as good. If your kids are really attached to the characters of Evan and Jessie, they will love this one. Otherwise, they will be moderately entertained, but this won't wind up on their favorites shelf. -
Super smart Jesse takes her brother Evan’s case of the stolen lemonade stand money to court. Literally. When she sets up a play yard court for their fourth grade class after Evan accuses Scott of stealing during a pool party at the end of summer. A charming, thoughtful story of fairness and justice, even if the characters sometimes act a little above their ages.
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In this second book in The Lemonade War series, the entire fourth grade participates in a trial organized by Jessie to uncover the truth about the stolen lemonade stand earnings. The third-person POV alternates between the brother and sister. The author's masterful ability to show, not tell, brings the story to life. Legal principles are woven into the story.
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Even better than the first in the series, this book teaches valuable lessons about assuming, hearsay, burden of proof, revenge, and forgiveness. At the same time, it's an engaging book about a brother and sister who don't always know what to do, even if they thought they did.
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I liked this one better than The Lemonade War. Seems like a book that my fourth graders will really like.
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An amazing introduction into business. I read these books a few years ago but think I might re read them and ignite my entrepreneurial skills!
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Better than the book "The bell bandit"
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Read the first two books in this series with my kids, and they enjoyed them. Sibling dynamics as well as an intro to economic principles (first book) and courtroom procedures (second book).
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4.5 stars.. I like the legal-based story better than the business and economics in the first book. My main problem with
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This was a fun read and I like the characters. Jessie supports her brother. Evan wants to back the money from Scott and Scott stole the money from Evan but in the end, Scott gives it to Evan. It was nicely written and I like the ending of the story. I use a paperback edition of this and I'm going to give it 5 stars:D
Following the laws of our legal system, Evan and Jessie’s fourth-grade class develops a courtroom on the playground, putting Scott Spencer, a stated thief, on trial. They create a fair courtroom—with a judge, witnesses, a jury of their peers—and surprising results.
As she explores the difficulties of fairness, Jacqueline Davies once again reveals how good she is at understanding the complex emotions of children this age. -
Loved the ending. Unexpected.
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Wow
