Series guide · 21 books · Jeff Kinney
Diary of a Wimpy Kid, book by book
Greg Heffley’s cartoon journal of middle school, his big brother and family trips. There are 21 books so far, and the tone stays the same throughout. A spin-off series is told by his best friend, Rowley.
the big questionIs Diary of a Wimpy Kid OK for my 8-year-old?Yes for most 8-year-olds: it stays light and funny the whole way. Some books are rated 9+ for crushes, puberty jokes or fights.
1
Usually works at8+
Diary of a Wimpy KidGreg schemes to be popular in middle school and blames his best friend.
Good fit
2
Usually works at8+
Rodrick RulesRodrick knows Greg’s secret and throws a party while their parents are out.
Good fit
3
Usually works at8+
The Last StrawDad threatens military school, and Greg tries to impress his crush, Holly.
Good fit
4
Usually works at9+
Dog DaysSummer break, a crush on a teen lifeguard, and a new family dog.
Good fit
5
Usually works at9+
The Ugly TruthGreg and Rowley stop being friends, and puberty talk is everywhere.
Good fit
6
Usually works at8+
Cabin FeverA blizzard strands the family, and Greg fears jail over a school mishap.
Good fit
7
Usually works at9+
The Third WheelGreg needs a date for the Valentine’s dance and ends up the third wheel.
Good fit
8
Usually works at8+
Hard LuckRowley gets a girlfriend, so a lonely Greg lets a Magic 8-Ball decide.
Good fit
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