Robert Munsch - It's My Room

A brand-new room. His very own. No sharing required. Or so Matthew thought.

In It's My Room, Robert Munsch delivers another gloriously chaotic family story. Matthew's family has a shiny new trailer — complete with a room just for him. But before he can even settle in, the relatives arrive. Cousins. Aunts. Uncles. Dogs. One by one, they pile in until Matthew's dream room becomes a full-on family hotel. Desperate for peace, he ends up sleeping under the trailer — and that's when he hatches his plan.

Why You'll Love It

It's got everything a Munsch story is known for: a relatable kid pushed to his limit, a wonderfully absurd situation, and a satisfying (and very funny) resolution. Kids who've ever had to give up their space when company comes will feel every bit of Matthew's frustration — and cheer him on every step of the way. Inspired by a real conversation with a boy from Fort McMurray, Alberta, it's classic Munsch with a distinctly Canadian heart.

• Author: Robert Munsch
• Inspired by: A real story from Fort McMurray, Alberta
• Best for: Ages 3–7
• Perfect for: Read-alouds, gifting, and any kid who's ever had to share their space