Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Last Straw - Author Jeff Kinney

In the third laugh-out-loud installment of Jeff Kinney’s bestselling series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw, Greg Heffley is back and this time, his dad is determined to toughen him up.

Tired of raising what he sees as a “soft” son, Mr. Heffley launches a campaign of "manly" bonding activities: from outdoor adventures to team sports. Greg, of course, would rather spend his days indoors avoiding anything that resembles effort. But when military school enters the conversation, Greg might finally have to face the music… or at least fake it convincingly.

Packed with clever comics and relatable family drama, this Wimpy Kid classic captures the awkward, funny, and heartfelt moments of growing up.

Why we (and schools) love it:

• Promotes Empathy and Self-Awareness: Sparks reflection about identity, pressure, and family expectations.
• Easy-to-Read Format: The graphic-diary style supports ESL learners and readers developing fluency.
• Great Entry Point for Reluctant Readers: Humour and short chapters keep students engaged and reading for pleasure.

More from the series:

Add these titles to your collection and keep the laughs going:

• Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Book 1)
• Rodrick Rules (Book 2)
• Dog Days (Book 4)

All titles are available at Contigo Idiomas, your trusted source for school-approved books in Mexico.