Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot
By Jeff Kinney
Greg quits sport, then lands on basketball’s worst team—with everything resting on his big shot.
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Average score: 4.77
From 107 readers
What do our readers think of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)
Children enjoy the funny disasters, cartoons and Greg’s hopeless but entertaining sports adventures. Children who prefer manga, different kinds of humour or stories that are less focused on sport may find it less appealing.
What does the Pageticker team say about Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot?
A lively, joke-filled addition to the Wimpy Kid series, with Greg’s sporting disasters, expressive cartoons and underdog team creating plenty of comic momentum. As always, it suits children who enjoy illustrated school stories and relatable tales about embarrassment, effort and friendship, although some may wish to note the slapstick scuffles, rude jokes and occasional peril.
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What is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot about?
After a disastrous school sports day, Greg Heffley decides to retire from athletics. However, his mum persuades him to give basketball a try. Despite chaotic tryouts, Greg lands a spot on the worst team. As the season progresses, their chances of winning seem slim. When the final game places the ball in Greg's hands, will he seize the moment or miss his big shot?
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: Big Shot
Trying something new: Greg expects basketball to go badly, so what helps him keep going, and what might make it easier for someone to try an activity they find difficult?
Winning and losing: What makes a team successful besides winning matches, and how do Greg and his teammates show this during the season?
Family pressure: Greg’s mum pushes him to take part in sport. When can encouragement be helpful, and when might it feel like too much pressure?
The underdog team: Why do stories about teams that are expected to lose often appeal to us, and what would make you support Greg’s team?
A big moment: How might someone make a good decision when everyone is watching and they feel nervous?
Pages
240 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
This edition
2023
First published
2021
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