Everyone Else's Parents Said Yes

Paula Danziger's 'Everyone Else's Parents said Yes' is a humorous and relatable chapter book about Matthew Martin, a sixth grader with a knack for practical jokes. As his eleventh birthday approaches, Matthew finds himself in hot water with his older sister, his best friend, and a whole line of picketing girls from his class, all fed up with his antics. The story follows Matthew's attempts to navigate these conflicts, understand the consequences of his actions, and ultimately make amends before his much-anticipated birthday sleepover. It's a lighthearted look at sibling rivalry, school friendships, and the challenges of growing up, offering a funny yet realistic portrayal of pre-teen social dynamics and family life. Ideal for ages 7-11, it encourages discussions about empathy and conflict resolution.

Matthew cannot resist the temptation to play practical jokes on his older sister and all the girls in his class at school, so by the time of the big party for his eleventh birthday they have all declared war on him.