Testing Tips & Tricks

Navigating middle school is hard enough without your older brother threatening to expose your most humiliating summer secret. Greg Heffley returns to chronicle the anxiety of test preparation, social landmines, and the constant dread of his brother Rodrick spilling the beans on a disastrous vacation moment. This installment masterfully captures the specific panic of trying to study while managing family drama and the high-stakes social politics of the school hallway.

Kinney's signature blend of handwritten notes and simple cartoons perfectly visualizes Greg's internal monologue of worry and his often-misguided strategies for success. Readers who have ever felt the pressure of an upcoming exam, dealt with an embarrassing sibling, or simply tried to survive another school year will find a deeply relatable and hilarious ally in Greg. The book delivers a potent mix of laughter and cringe that resonates long after the final page.