Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth

What do our readers think of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children often find the book funny, especially its embarrassing situations, cartoons and jokes about friendship and growing up. Some children feel that it is less funny than earlier books or that its puberty themes are a little too mature for younger children.

What does the Pageticker team say about Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth?

The Ugly Truth is the fifth Diary of a Wimpy Kid book, and Jeff Kinney keeps the winning mix of cartoons, cringe-worthy mishaps and Greg Heffley’s spectacularly questionable decisions. This time, growing up, changing friendships and the dreaded subject of puberty give the story a slightly more mature edge, while Greg’s fall-outs with Rowley add a genuine emotional thread beneath the jokes. Best suited to children who enjoy cheeky humour and can spot when Greg’s version of events is not exactly the whole truth.

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What is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth about?

Greg Heffley always wanted to grow up fast, but now he’s not so sure! With Rowley no longer his best mate, Greg has to face embarrassing school events, tricky family changes, and awkward moments all by himself. Can Greg survive the chaos of growing up, or will the ugly truth be too much to handle? Find out in this hilarious new adventure from the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series!

About the author

Jeff Kinney is a popular author and cartoonist from America. He is best known for creating the funny and exciting 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' series, which follows the adventures of Greg Heffley. Jeff enjoys making stories that make children laugh and inspire them to enjoy reading every day.

Discussion ideas around Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth

Growing up: Greg wants to grow up quickly, but what makes growing up seem exciting or worrying in this book?

Friendship troubles: How does Greg’s friendship with Rowley change, and what could Greg do differently to repair it?

Embarrassment: Which awkward situation would be hardest to handle, and why do embarrassing moments often seem funnier afterwards?

Family advice: Several members of Greg’s family give him advice about getting older. Which advice seems useful, and which advice would you ignore?

Telling the truth: Greg does not always describe events in a completely fair way. How does his point of view affect the way we understand what happens?