Matt Sprouts is back in this third installment of the New York Times bestselling series! As Matt navigates the ups and downs of buying into a collectible toy hype, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, responsibility, and the complexities of making tough choices. Educator and social media sensation Matt Eicheldinger weaves a hilarious and funny narrative with charming cartoon illustrations that's perfect for young readers.

Praise for the series:

“This is the kind of book that makes a kid stay up past their bedtime, reading with a flashlight under the blanket.” – Nina Hamza, bestselling author of Ahmed Azis’s Epic Year, for Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes

Summer vacation is supposed to be fun. At least, that’s what Matt used to think, before he embarked on a seemingly impossible quest to obtain the coolest new collectible toy: the Chompy Wompers. The toy might be ugly, but there’s no denying it. The collectible is cool, and Matt’s gotta have it.

As Matt, his girlfriend Grace, his best friend Eric, and his little brother Elliott embark on the search for the Chompy Wompers, they encounter a motley crew of characters, including a misunderstood bully and a savvy comic store owner.

Matt Sprouts and the Search for the Chompy Wompers is not just an adventure; it’s a heartwarming journey that encourages young readers to embrace teamwork, think outside the box, and enjoy the excitement of solving puzzles. This delightful tale, filled with snappy dialogue and author Matt Eicheldinger’s original illustrations, will captivate reluctant readers and reading enthusiasts alike.

• A hilarious, fast-paced story for middle grade readers, perfect for ages 9-11
• Relatable humor and more than 75 black-and-white illustrations by the author make this spot-on for reluctant and independent readers
• The second book in teacher and Instagram personality Matt Eicheldinger’s laugh-out-loud funny, semi-autobiographical series ideal for fans of Dustin Brady, Lincoln Peirce, and Dav Pilkey

Discover what happens on Matt’s quest for the Chompy Wompers and along the way!