Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal
by Jeff Kinney
Harry N. Abrams 2013
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- Friendship
- Popularity and social status
- Middle school life
- Identity and insecurity
- Jealousy and loyalty
- Bullying and peer pressure
- Family dynamics
- Humor and satire
- Coming of age
About this book
Greg Heffley chronicles his misadventures in middle school, where he and his best friend, Rowley, feel outmatched by tougher classmates. When Rowley unexpectedly becomes popular, Greg scrambles to protect their friendship and his own social standing.
Setting: Contemporary suburban United States, primarily a middle school and the Heffley home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal right for my child?
Yes — Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.2, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include Friendship, Popularity and social status, Middle school life.
How long does it take to read Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal takes around 2.0h to finish. The book has 19,784 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal have an AR quiz?
Yes — Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal has an AR quiz available, worth 3 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal?
Special Edition Diary of a Wimpy Kid with Journal has an AR reading level of 5.2, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.