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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules

(2008, Fiction - Humor, Written by Jeff Kinney, Illustrated by Jeff Kinney)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Big dose of sibling rivalry in very funny sequel.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Sibling rivalry, mean pranks played at school, and some plots for cheating. The characters are sarcastic, but for the most part understand the difference between right and wrong.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence :

    Rodrick draws some violent cartoons, including one of his brother Greg being pushed off a cliff. A boy is shown injured when he kicks something heavy.

  • Sex :

    A kid gets kuddos for getting into the opposite sex's bathroom at school. Boys are described as trying to get girls to be interested in them.

  • Language:

    Mild name calling, like "jerk" and "nerd."

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    A cartoon shows a presumed high-schooler smoking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules

Parents need to know this book has sibling rivalry, one wild party, and some scheming to cheat on tests and get out of chores. The great thing is, like most middle school kids, the characters get caught and are punished.

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  • Families can talk about lying and friendship. Why was Greg's mother more upset when she found out he lied? How would you feel if your friends treated you like Greg did Chirag? Have you ever done something in school that made other people feel bad, but made you feel cool and popular?
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  1. Kid Reviewer
    Age 12
    Hardy330
    Lives in Arizona
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Almost funnier than the first one!

    I don't think this one could top number 1 . But I have to say , they're the same ! GREAT JOB JEFF KINNEY !!

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    coolkat
    Lives in Oklahoma
    I rate this title off for age 7 and give it 5.0

    the best

    wimpy kid book in the serius i agree with age maybe 7

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    Latifeh101
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    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    This is so addicting!

    I love this book!

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    pandaluv2357
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0

    This book RULES!

    This is one of my favorite books of all time! It's funny, well written, and clever. Since it is written in cartoon form, it appeals to many types of readers, and even people who don't like to read. Read it now if you haven't already!

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  5. Kid Reviewer
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    ovaluis15
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title off for age 14 and give it 5.0

    I laughed

    This book is so funny especially this one out of all the books a like this one more a have read all the books about Diary of a Wimpy Kid

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