The Boys Start The War by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

In a small town, two neighboring families — one made up of mischievous boys and the other of determined girls — launch an escalating prank war that moves from playful tricks to elaborate schemes; as each side tries to outdo the other, the children confront the consequences of rivalry, discover the bonds of family and friendship, and ultimately learn lessons about forgiveness and getting along.

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