Diary of a Wimpy Kid #3: The Last Straw by Jeff Kinney
Adolescent Graphic Novel
What's not to love with this series? A funny and true version of middle school life told through the jaded view of a slacker, Greg Heffley.
Will Greg's father ever despair of changing his sons? Apparently not! This third book has the oldest male Heffley encouraging his middle son to toughen up and play team sports-or else! Well, the else turns out to be military school. Greg, of course, resists all attempts at change and stays his adorable, hilarious, selfish self. One of the funniest parts of the book occurs at the very beginning when Greg makes his own New Year's resolution to be more helpful. So, he gives his mom advice about her junk food habits and growing waistline. Gotta love him!
These book are just so funny, even for me, an older woman. I know they are targeted for middle school male reluctant readers but I love them, too! I often have to fight over my own copies in my open classroom. This is a really fast read and you can devour the entire book in about 90 minutes or so. I can't wait to jump into the next one!
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