Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) — Content Guide for Parents

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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
THE ONE WHERE GREG SHAPES UP
The third laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!
Greg Heffley's dad is on a mission! He's decided it's time for this wimpy kid to become, well, less wimpy and has planned lots of "manly" activities for him and his son.
Greg somehow manages to find ways to get out of most of them, but when his dad threatens to send him to a military academy, Greg realises he's going to have to somehow shape up ... or get shipped out!
WHAT'S IN DIARY OF A WIMPY KID?
50% words, 50% cartoons, 100% hilarious!
Stories that all readers can't wait to get their hands on
Laughter guaranteed!
*BRAND NEW* DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE DEEP END IS OUT NOW!
And DON'T MISS an all-new fantasy from Greg's best friend in Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure, the follow-up to the instant #1 bestseller Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal.
'Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet' Independent
Have you read all the DIARY OF A WIMPY KID series?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot - THE BRAND NEW NOVEL COMING SOON - PRE-ORDER NOW!!
Frequently asked questions
Is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book includes mild violence, such as a dog biting Greg and a raccoon attacking his dad, presented in a humorous context. No scary content detected in search results.
Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) have violence?
The book includes mild violence, such as a dog biting Greg and a raccoon attacking his dad, presented in a humorous context.
Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) have scary content?
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Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the book itself.
Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) have racial/cultural content?
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Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) have profanity?
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Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) have sexual identity?
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Does Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3) have gender roles?
The book includes discussions on gender roles and expectations, with some parents noting elements of sexism and traditional gender norms.
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