The Lemonade Crime

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with a sense of injustice or feels the urge to take the law into their own hands after being wronged. While the plot follows a schoolyard trial to recover stolen money, the heart of the story is about the complex emotions of being a victim and the realization that fairness is not always black and white. It is an ideal choice for elementary students navigating social conflicts, as it models how to seek the truth while introducing the mature concept of mercy. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's anger while gently guiding them toward a path of forgiveness and restoration rather than just punishment. It is perfectly pitched for ages 7 to 12.