Grade 5 Math Book · Math Stories & Mathematicians
The Lemonade War
by Jacqueline Davies
Evan and his little sister Jessie are about to be in the same class, and Evan isn't happy. Their argument turns into a lemonade-stand war to see who can earn $100 before summer ends.
Why it's useful
A chapter book where money and business math drive the story.
- Profit and costs. The kids think about what they spend and what they earn.
- Decimals in real life. Money, prices and totals are everywhere.
- Different strengths. Jessie is great at math, Evan at people. A good discussion about both.
Try it in class or at home
- Plan a stand. Groups list costs, set a price and work out profit.
- How many cups? How many cups must they sell to earn $100?
- Chapter talk. Each chapter has a business word. Discuss what it means.