Matt is an 11-year-old European American farm boy. He likes skateboards and collecting things (his backpack is usually full of miscellaneous items). He is impulsive, tells jokes, swims, and knows a lot about mythology and Star Wars. According to 'Penguin Tears', Jackie mentions that Matt is impatient. His dog's name is Obi-Wan Kadoggie (a reference to Obi-Wan Kenobi). He also has pet lizards and frogs. He's best at solving a problem when he can hold it in his hands. Playing with a yo-yo also helps him when he's thinking. He often calls Inez's by the nickname 'Nezzie' which encourages her to call him by his full name 'Matthew' in retaliation. To most people it may appear to them that there is a small relationship going on between them.