The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary (Diary of a Wimpy Kid)

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

Children enjoy the behind-the-scenes information, funny illustrations, photographs and explanations of how the film is made. Some children find it less exciting than a usual Wimpy Kid story or find a few parts difficult to understand.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary (Diary of a Wimpy Kid)?

A lively mix of behind-the-scenes photographs, storyboards, script pages and Jeff Kinney’s familiar illustrations. It offers an entertaining look at casting, filming and set design, making it a strong choice for solid Wimpy Kid fans who are curious about how films are made.

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What is The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary (Diary of a Wimpy Kid) about?

Dive into the behind-the-scenes world of 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' with Jeff Kinney's 'The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary'. This engaging book reveals how Greg Heffley's adventures leapt from page to screen, covering everything from casting and scriptwriting to set design and filming. Packed with exclusive photos, storyboards, and Kinney's signature illustrations, it's a must-read for fans eager to discover the magic of movie-making.

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 The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary (Diary of a Wimpy Kid)

From page to screen: What changes might be needed when a story moves from a book into a film, and which changes would you make to a Wimpy Kid scene?

Teamwork behind the camera: The film needs actors, writers, designers, camera crews and many other people. Which job sounds most important to you, and why?

Choosing the cast: What makes an actor feel right for a character such as Greg or Rowley, and how could filmmakers decide whether two actors work well together?

Designing a believable world: How do costumes, props, sets and special effects help a fictional school and its characters feel real?

Making mistakes and changes: Why might filmmakers change, remove or repeat a scene, and how could those choices improve the finished film?