Books like Karen's Big Joke by Ann M. Martin
Karen loves April Fools' Day because it gives her a chance to surprise friends and family with clever pranks. This year, she has a new, ambitious joke planned for her parents, siblings, and pets. Will her plan succeed and become the highlight of the day, or will it backfire in a big, surprising way? The story follows Karen as she sets up her prank, navigates unexpected twists, and learns that the best jokes come from thoughtfulness and humor.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Ann M. Martin
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