Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Jeff Kinney

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Dog Days

by Jeff Kinney

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Greg Heffley is the king of avoiding summer adventure—he’s a pro at turning a boring vacation into a hilarious indoor marathon of video games and TV. But when his mom has other plans, Greg’s perfect summer starts to unravel in the funniest ways. It’s not just about summer fun—it’s about surviving middle school with style.

Themes

Juvenile Wit and HumorSummerFriendshipDiariesJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This humorous middle-grade novel follows Greg Heffley as he chronicles his summer vacation filled with video games, sibling antics, and family challenges. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers lighthearted entertainment with themes of friendship and family dynamics. The book includes mild humor around typical childhood frustrations, making it appropriate for its intended audience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

214 pages
ISBN
9780141358048
Pages
214
Publisher
Puffin
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SummerFriendshipDiariesMothers and SonsVideo GamesVacationsHumorous StoriesClergyDogsSpouses of ClergyTheftComics & Graphic NovelsHumorous FictionHolidaysBullyingChild and Youth FictionLiterature, History and CriticismGreg HeffleyFamiliesSchoolsJuegos Con VideoCuentos HumorososFicción JuvenilVacacionesDiarios ÍntimosSpanish Language MaterialsVeranoHeffley, GregLarge Type BooksAmerican Literature

Places

TennesseeUSUK