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Lisa Graff

The Great Treehouse War

Lisa GraffFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017

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Lisa Graff

The Great Treehouse War

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Treehouse • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

890L

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Super Short Summary

In The Great Treehouse War by Lisa Graff, fifth-grader Winnie Malladi-Maraj stages a standoff in her treehouse when her divorced parents' constant bickering and extreme competitions disrupt her life and jeopardize her school performance. She, along with her friends facing similar struggles, refuses to come down until their parents agree to listen and address their concerns, which eventually leads to improved family dynamics and self-advocacy. The novel includes themes of parental separation and family changes.

Playful

Humorous

Adventurous

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,774 ratings

74%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lisa Graff's The Great Treehouse War is praised for its creative storytelling and engaging characters, making it a hit with middle-grade readers. The book's whimsical elements and humorous tone earn high marks. Conversely, some critics find the plot's pacing uneven and the resolution too simplistic. Overall, it remains a delightful read with strong appeal to its target audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Great Treehouse War?

Readers who would enjoy The Great Treehouse War by Lisa Graff are typically middle-grade children aged 8-12 who love quirky, humorous, and heartwarming tales. They would also appreciate books like Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney and Frindle by Andrew Clements, which blend imaginative plots with relatable characters and family dynamics.

4.3

2,774 ratings

74%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Treehouse • Contemporary

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

890L

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