It?s not easy being a sixth grader, particularly one with an ingenious knack for getting into trouble with his parents, teachers, and a line of picketing sixth-grade girls! Anyone who?s ever spent time in ?time-out? will appreciate the hilarious antics of this misunderstood pre-teen with a cause. Also in a fun, updated format sure to grab kids? attention!Matthew Martin hates being the youngest kid in sixth grade, but he?s convinced things will get better after his eleventh birthday sleepover, if only he could make up with his best friend?and stop a line of picketing sixth-grade girls from ruining his party and his life!?Brisk in style and pacing, this light-hearted offering is sure to be popular.?? Booklist?Sibling rivalry and parent/child conflicts are humorously yet realistically portrayed in this zany, credible story.? ? School Library Journal

Earth to Matthew

by Paula Danziger

Published 1 September 1991
Matthew Martin finds himself on the threshold of becoming a teenager in suburban America and experiences conflicting emotions regarding his future.

Eleven-year-old Matthew, trying desperately to earn enough to buy a coveted computer program, learns the importance of money and eventually starts his own business. Sequel to "Earth to Matthew."