Diary of a Wimpy Kid Collection by Jeff Kinney - 12 Books Set - Ages 8-12 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Rodrick Rules
The Last Straw
Dog Days
The Ugly Truth
Cabin Fever
The Third Wheel
Hard Luck
The Long Haul
Old School
Double Down
Do-It-Yourself Book

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123653157
Publisher: Puffin
Age Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)

Overview
Meet Greg Heffley, the wisecracking middle-schooler millions of kids have laughed with, in this complete 12-book Diary of a Wimpy Kid paperback set by Jeff Kinney. Told through Greg's cartoon-illustrated diary entries, the series follows his battles with school, siblings, and everyday family chaos. Each book pairs sharp, kid-friendly humor with doodle-style artwork that keeps reluctant readers turning pages, from the very first diary entry all the way through the DIY companion journal, making Greg one of children's fiction's most beloved narrators for an entire generation of young readers.

About the Books
The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series turns the everyday awkwardness of growing up into comedy gold. Narrated entirely by Greg Heffley in journal form, the books blend short, punchy text with cartoon illustrations on nearly every page, making them approachable for readers who find longer chapter books intimidating. Across these twelve volumes, Greg navigates middle-school social hierarchies, run-ins with his older brother Rodrick, disastrous family vacations, scout camp mishaps, snowed-in holidays, school dances, and superstition-fueled bad luck. The tone stays light and funny throughout, while still capturing relatable moments about friendship, family, and figuring out who you are. The included Do-It-Yourself Book gives fans a hands-on journal to fill in as their own Wimpy Kid-style diary, extending the reading experience into creative writing and drawing. Because each book is short and heavily illustrated, the series works exceptionally well for reluctant or emerging readers who need a lower barrier to entry without losing humor or heart. Teachers and librarians often recommend it as a gateway to longer independent reading, since the diary format and comic-strip pacing keep momentum high. Collected together, this twelve-book set offers a complete, ready-to-read library of one of the most recognizable children's book franchises of the last two decades, ideal for summer binge-reading or a nightly reading routine.

Key Benefits

• Complete 12-book paperback set of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney
• Cartoon-style illustrations on nearly every page make it accessible for reluctant readers
• Short, diary-style chapters build reading confidence and stamina in kids ages 8-12
• Includes the interactive Do-It-Yourself Book for creative writing and drawing practice
• Perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, back-to-school, or building a classroom library
• Brand new paperback copies, ready to read straight out of the box

Book-by-Book Guide
Diary of a Wimpy Kid — Greg Heffley starts middle school and documents his struggles fitting in through witty diary entries.
Rodrick Rules — Greg spends the school year dodging blackmail from his troublemaking older brother, Rodrick.
The Last Straw — Greg's dad cracks down on rules and enrolls him in scouts, testing his patience.
Dog Days — a chaotic summer vacation leaves Greg looking for ways to escape chores and boredom.
The Ugly Truth — Greg confronts the awkward realities of growing up and changing friendships.
Cabin Fever — a snowed-in holiday season traps the Heffley family together with hilarious results.
The Third Wheel — a school Valentine's dance sends Greg into a spiral of awkward romantic missteps.
Hard Luck — Greg blames a run of misfortune on bad luck as his friendship with Rowley wobbles.
The Long Haul — a disastrous family road trip pushes the Heffleys' patience to its breaking point.
Old School — Greg's family trades screens for the great outdoors on an old-fashioned getaway.
Double Down — Greg tries to reinvent himself with an ambitious project as the school year begins.
Do-It-Yourself Book — a fill-in journal for readers to create their own Wimpy Kid-style diary entries.

About the Author
Jeff Kinney is the author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, which began as an online comic before becoming a global publishing phenomenon translated into dozens of languages worldwide. He grew up near Washington, D.C. and studied at the University of Maryland before settling in New England, where he now runs a bookstore with his wife. Kinney created Greg Heffley's diary-and-doodle format to capture the universal awkwardness of childhood, and the series has since inspired several hit feature films and spin-off titles for fans everywhere.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This complete paperback set delivers every laugh-out-loud entry in Greg Heffley's world in one convenient collection. It's an easy pick for a birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, summer reading bundle, or classroom library addition, giving young readers hours of relatable humor, easy readability, and confidence-building fun along the way.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.