The hilarious, bestselling phenomenon that started it all—Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney!
Meet Greg Heffley, a middle schooler just trying to survive the daily struggles of school, family, and friendships. Told through Greg’s handwritten diary entries and laugh-out-loud illustrations, this book captures the awkward, funny, and all-too-relatable moments of growing up. From navigating bullies to embarrassing family moments, Greg’s story is both cringe-worthy and hilarious in the best way.
Perfect for kids who think they “don’t like reading,” Diary of a Wimpy Kid combines humor and illustrations to hook even the most reluctant readers. The series has become a worldwide sensation, inspiring movies, sequels, and millions of young fans.
🎯 Perfect For
Readers ages 8–12
Fans of illustrated and graphic-style novels
Kids who love humor, mischief, and realistic school-life stories
Parents, teachers, and librarians looking for engaging books for reluctant readers
💡 Why You’ll Love It
Laugh-out-loud humor that kids (and parents) can relate to
Illustrated diary style makes it easy and fun to read
Perfect entry point into the Wimpy Kid series phenomenon
Great choice for reluctant or struggling readers
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
📖 Book Details
- Condition: Like New (see pics above)
- Series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Book 1)
- Author: Jeff Kinney
- Format: Middle-Grade Humor / Illustrated Novel
- Publication Year: 2007
- Pages: 217
- Language: English
📚 Genre
- Middle-Grade Humor
- Illustrated Fiction / Graphic Novel Style
- Coming-of-Age / School Life
👥 Recommended Reading Age
- Ages 8–12
- Great for elementary and middle school readers, especially reluctant readers
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