What reading level is Diary of a Wimpy Kid?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney is at a Level 6-7 reading level (Lexile 950L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Diary of a Wimpy Kid appropriate for?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags: Bullying, Friendship.

What genre is Diary of a Wimpy Kid?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid have any content warnings?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Friendship. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Diary of a Wimpy Kid?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney is 229 pages.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Jeff Kinney

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jeff Kinney

Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

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 most hilariously unlucky kid you'll ever meet—his middle school adventures are a rollercoaster of awkward moments and laugh-out-loud fails. From dodging bullies to surviving family chaos, Greg’s diary reveals the funny side of growing up, proving that sometimes failure is the best story to tell.

Themes

Friendship Family HumorSchoolDiariesComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Diary of a Wimpy Kid follows Greg Heffley, a middle schooler navigating the ups and downs of school life and family with humor and honesty. Suitable for ages 9-12, this book uses a diary format with illustrations to engage reluctant readers and explores themes of friendship, self-identity, and social challenges in a lighthearted way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Bullying Friendship

Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Jeff Kinney

Level 5 Gentle

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Details

Book Length

229 pages

ISBN: 9781410498779
Pages: 229
Publisher: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Collectio
Published: 2017
Type: Fiction
Lexile: 950L

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Humorous StoriesSchoolsFriendshipDiariesSchool StoriesFamiliesMiddle SchoolsFamily LifeComics & Graphic NovelsSocializationInterpersonal RelationsChildHumorous FictionFriendsFamilyPolish Language MaterialsMateriał W Języku PolskimPolish LanguageLarge Type BooksSocial IssuesWimpy KidOfficialJeff Kinney

People

Greg HeffleyRodrick HeffleyManny HeffleySusan HeffleyFrank HeffleyRowley JeffersonMr. JeffersonMrs. JeffersonJeff Kinney

Places

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