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radmusikitty's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
catherine_mack's review against another edition
3.0
This just barely scraped in with a three. While I liked the idea of kids trying to get to the truth of a theft by one of their peers and I liked that Jessie in particular got a life lesson in the difference between court and justice, the writing was bland (felt like our older readers) and the religious aspect was preachy and a complete turnoff. Too bad as I had heard teachers in America rave about the first book in this series.
msjennymax's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
notenoughpancakes's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
honestly fantastic. i read it when i was in the age demographic, and most recently as a university student and it was still enjoyable and relatable.
hello_sunshine's review against another edition
5.0
Great on audio, likeable characters, believeable story line. Plenty of boy appeal, but interesting story to keep girls interested. 4th grader accused of stealing money out of classmate's shorts, little sister orchestrates a trial after school.
dianazheng's review
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
alliereads's review against another edition
3.0
This is a cute continuation of the first book. Would highly recommend if you've read the first of the series!
janerose123's review against another edition
5.0
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.
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.
toreypickard's review against another edition
2.0
Lacks the charm and interest of the first story. We almost left it unfinished, and I don’t think the kids would have minded.