The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13)
by Jeff Kinney
Amulet Books 2018
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- rivalry
- teamwork
- loyalty and betrayal
- survival
- community
- resilience
- humor in everyday life
About this book
A massive snowstorm closes school and turns Greg Heffley’s neighborhood into a frozen battleground. As snow forts rise and alliances shift, Greg and his best friend Rowley try to survive epic snowball fights and neighborhood rivalries. With trademark Wimpy Kid humor, the story captures the chaos of cabin fever, friendship under pressure, and middle school drama in wintertime. Perfect for fans of fast, funny reads with cartoons and plenty of laughs.
Setting: a suburban neighborhood during a major winter snowstorm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13) right for my child?
Yes — The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13) is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.6, 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, rivalry, teamwork.
How long does it take to read The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13)?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13) takes around 1.9h to finish. The book has 19,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13) have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13) 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 The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13)?
The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13) has an AR reading level of 5.6, 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.