Diary of a Wimpy Kid Dog Days - Author Jeff Kinney

In Dog Days, the fourth hilarious book in Jeff Kinney’s bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Greg Heffley is looking forward to the perfect summer: video games, lounging indoors, and zero responsibilities. But his parents have other plans.

With money tight, there’s no fancy beach holiday, just lots of "family bonding" at home. Things go from bad to worse when Greg’s birthday goes wrong and his dad introduces an unexpected new family member… with four legs and a tail.

Told through Greg’s laugh-out-loud diary entries and comic illustrations, Dog Days captures the chaos, comedy and awkwardness of summer break in a way that every young reader can relate to.

Why we (and schools) love it:

• Balanced Text and Visuals: The 50/50 mix of words and cartoons keeps readers of all levels engaged.
• Encourages Independent Reading: Perfect for reluctant or ESL readers who benefit from short, funny chapters.
• Explores Real-Life Themes with Humor: Friendship, family tension, and self-expression—all through a kid-friendly lens.

More from the series:

Readers who enjoy Dog Days will also love:

• Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Book 1)
• Rodrick Rules (Book 2)
• The Last Straw (Book 3)

All books are available at Contigo Idiomas—curated with care for schools and families in Mexico.