What reading level is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball by Jeff Kinney is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball appropriate for?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball is fiction — Juvenile Fiction. Part of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball have any content warnings?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. 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: Wrecking Ball?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball by Jeff Kinney is 224 pages.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball

Jeff Kinney

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jeff Kinney

Diary of a Wimpy Kid · Book 13

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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 faces big changes when his family decides to renovate their home, leading to hilarious mishaps and unexpected challenges. As the chaos unfolds, Greg tries to navigate the ups and downs of middle school and family life with his usual wit and humor. Get ready for another laugh-out-loud adventure filled with relatable moments and comic surprises.

Themes

Family Humor Friendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle

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

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Book 14: The Deep End

Level 5-6Gentle

Same content intensity — Gentle

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Details

Book Length

224 pages

ISBN: 9781419739033
Pages: 224
Publisher: Amulet Books
Published: 2019
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Wrecking BallGregs Dream of Becoming RichDiariesFriendshipFamily LifeHumorous StoriesHousesFunnyModern DayMiddle School

People

Greg HeffleyRodrick HeffleyManny HeffleyMomDadRowley Jeffersonthe main characterJeff KinneyGregSusanFrankRodrickMannyRowleyGreg Heffley. Rodrick Heffley. Manny Heffley. Rowley Jefferson. Susan Heffley. Holly Hills. Frank Heffley. Fregley.

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HomeAmerica

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball

About This Book

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