47 pages • 1 hour read
Lisa GraffThe Great Treehouse War
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
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.
Reviews & Readership
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 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.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
890LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Humor
Children's Literature
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Friendship
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict