Diary of a Wimpy Kid

I've had quite a few parents ask me for an opinion on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid", the book. As a librarian, I can tell you that "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" has done more for reluctant readers than anything I've ever seen. The font is manuscript in a larger size than traditional type. Also, there are illustrations on every page. And, finally, it's extremely funny. However, you've got to have "6th-grade boy humor" to find this book funny. (Apparently, I do!) There are multiple scenarios that could be offensive. Again, "6th-grade boy humor" offensive, nothing illegal. I have seen kids that would NEVER read a book pick up these books and read the whole series! So, do I recommend this book? Yes! My husband and I are teaching our values to our kids. If a glorified comic book shakes up their faith, then we've got a lot of work to do. From an educational standpoint, the only thing this book will teach them is that READING IS FUN! Whoa! I'm all for it! :) The movie is coming out March 19th. I've "Wimped Myself" and here's a trailer. (I haven't seen any reviews of the movie and don't know if I'll let my kids see it.)

Happy reading,
Susanne

http://www.wimpyourself.com/?w=03016bb5377e5416ecd476512
(This is where I wimped myself.)

Librarian humor

Here's a cartoon from today's "Unshelved". It's a cartoon for librarians. However, I think you will all find it funny!

http://www.unshelved.com/archive.aspx?strip=20091026