Tomatoes on Trial is a low stakes introduction to some of today's hot button issues. The book tells the story of a Supreme Court case in which the question of whether a tomato was a fruit or a vegetable was the key issue in order to resolve a tax dispute. In doing so, it introduces concepts like tariffs, taxes, and the judiciary system. The book is engaging and ends with suggestions on how readers can become great debaters. This book will be a great instructional tool for social studies classes, as well as for kids who just have questions about what they're hearing on the news.

This was a very informative book about the debate of fruit or vegetable for a tomato. I loved the time line of history of the debate and the facts about taxes I didn’t know. Great topic!

What a fun and unique book! The fruit vs. vegetable debate is one that kids can really get into (I remember as a little kid getting into heated arguments about what makes a fruit a fruit, etc. - and I have a feeling those arguments continue to this day). I liked how the endmatter was not only about the differences between fruits and vegetables, but also how to debate and structure an argument in order to convince people to be on your side. (A great combination of language arts and science!)

I think this will be a strong addition to many nonfiction collections.

This book tells the tale of a relatively unknown court case about whether the tomato was a fruit or a vegetable. It was interesting and fun but could have included a little more about the actual case.

I loved this fun title about Tomatoes. It is a good historical anecdote. And a wonderful way to introduce students to debate.
This quirky title could be a perfect class read. Introducing plant parts and what makes something a fruit or a vegetable. Could also lend itself to a spirited debate on the ongoing fruit or vegetable question.

A delightful book about a real Supreme Court case as to whether a tomatoe is a fruit or a vegetable. The book, written for middle readers, discusses taxation, litigation, and ultimate resolution. This is a strange case for some of you readers. As a CPA who taught taxation nationwide, this case does not strike me as odd (except to the extent that all taxation and tariffs are odd, given that definition is absolutely key). This book is a fun read, but left me hungry . . . for pizza. Go figure!

Overall, the book was well written and I did really enjoy it. Thank you for this advance reading copy!