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Partypooper — Content Guide for Parents

By Jeff KinneyAmulet Books2025-10-21ISBN 9781419782695224 pages
Partypooper

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

It's Greg's birthday--and you're invited to the chaos. In Partypooper, the 20th book in Jeff Kinney's global smash-hit Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Greg Heffley is planning the ultimate party--for himself.



But when the guest list grows, the decorations flop, and the surprises backfire, this birthday bash turns into a total blowout--just not the kind Greg had in mind.



Packed with cake disasters, family fiascos, and classic Wimpy Kid humor, this book is perfect for readers ages 8-12.



Collect all the books in the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (#1) | Rodrick Rules (#2) | The Last Straw (#3) | Dog Days (#4) | The Ugly Truth (#5) | Cabin Fever (#6) | The Third Wheel (#7) | Hard Luck (#8) | The Long Haul (#9) | Old School (#10) | Double Down (#11) | The Getaway (#12) | The Meltdown (#13) | Wrecking Ball (#14) | The Deep End (#15) | Big Shot (#16) | Diper Överlöde (#17) | No Brainer (#18) | Hot Mess (#19) | Partypooper (#20)



See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley's best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal | Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure | Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Partypooper appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative centers around humorous birthday party chaos rather than any violent actions or themes. There is no scary content in the book. The story is light-hearted and comedic, centering on birthday party mishaps rather than any frightening elements.

  • Does Partypooper have violence?

    No violence is depicted in the book. The narrative centers around humorous birthday party chaos rather than any violent actions or themes.

  • Does Partypooper have scary content?

    There is no scary content in the book. The story is light-hearted and comedic, centering on birthday party mishaps rather than any frightening elements.

  • Does Partypooper have religious themes?

    The book includes a scene where Greg's mom's pie baking competition takes place at church, indicating a religious setting. However, the narrative does not deeply explore religious themes or beliefs.

  • Does Partypooper have racial/cultural content?

    The book does not address race or racism as a central theme. The narrative focuses on personal and family dynamics rather than racial issues.

  • Does Partypooper have profanity?

    The book does not contain profanity. It is aimed at a younger audience, focusing on humor appropriate for children without the use of strong language.

  • Does Partypooper have climate change?

    The book does not address climate themes. The narrative is centered on personal experiences and humor rather than environmental issues.

  • Does Partypooper have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The focus is on birthday party antics and humor, with no references to sexual themes or situations.

  • Does Partypooper have gender roles?

    The book features a typical family dynamic with Greg's mother planning his birthday party, but it does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The portrayal is neutral without promoting specific gender expectations.

  • Does Partypooper have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book 'Partypooper'. The search results focus on broader discussions about LGBTQ+ representation in media and do not reference specific content from the book itself.