Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra
by Jeff Kinney, Jeff
2011
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family dynamics
- friendship
- fitting in
- growing up
- embarrassment
- self-identity
- school life
- humor
About this book
Greg Heffley is back for another year of middle school mayhem, and his dad is threatening military school if Greg doesn’t toughen up. From gym class disasters to scouting mishaps and awkward social moments, Greg tries to stay cool while everything goes hilariously wrong. The blend of diary entries and cartoons keeps pages turning and laughter coming. Great for tweens and reluctant readers who enjoy humor and school-life stories.
Setting: modern-day suburban middle school and home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra right for my child?
Yes — Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.4, 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 family dynamics, friendship, fitting in.
How long does it take to read Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra takes around 2.1h to finish. The book has 20,600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra have an AR quiz?
Yes — Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra 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 Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra?
Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 : The Last Stra has an AR reading level of 5.4, 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.