The #1 bestselling series that transforms reluctant readers into book lovers! Discover all
Explore all 18 books in the series! Swipe or scroll to discover Greg Heffley’s hilarious middle school adventures from 2007 to 2024.
Meet Greg Heffley as he navigates the terrifying world of middle school. The book that started it all!
Greg’s older brother Rodrick knows all his secrets. Can Greg survive Rodrick’s teasing?
Greg’s dad threatens to send him to military school! Greg needs to shape up fast.
Start with Book #1 for the best experience! While each book is a complete story, you’ll catch all the running jokes and character development by reading in order.
While kids read for fun, parents can feel good knowing these books build essential literacy skills and healthy habits
72% of kids who resist reading become enthusiastic book lovers after starting this series. The illustrated format and humor make reading feel fun, not like homework.
Lexile 950-1060L challenges vocabulary while illustrations provide context clues. Kids naturally improve comprehension and reading speed without feeling overwhelmed.
Kids willingly choose these books over tablets and games. Parents report average reading time increases from 10 minutes to 45 minutes daily!
85% of kids who finish the series actively seek out similar books. It builds a reading habit that lasts beyond just these 18 books.
Meets Common Core standards (CCSS.ELA-Literacy RL.3-6). Teachers love using it for character analysis, inference skills, and discussion starters.
Greg’s mistakes spark important conversations about empathy, decision-making, and consequences. Perfect for discussing values with your child.
Official recommendation: Ages 7-12 | Lexile 950-1060L | Grades 3-7
Join millions of families who’ve discovered the joy of reading with Greg Heffley
Begin with “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” to meet Greg and his world
Most kids can’t put these books down once they start!
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Everything parents want to know about the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series
Yes! While each book is self-contained, reading in order helps you catch running jokes, character development, and references that build across the series.
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