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Big Shot

Big Shot

Published in
2021
4.21
on Goodreads (16,270)

Description

In Big Shot, the 16th book of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley struggles with sports. After a failed field day at school, he decides to retire from athletics but is persuaded by his mom to try basketball. Despite a messy tryout, he unexpectedly makes it onto the worst team. As Greg and his teammates start the season, their prospects of winning seem bleak. However, with everything on the line and the ball in his hands, Greg faces the challenge to either rise to the occasion or blow his big shot.
Age
8-11
Text complexity
proficient
Length
226 pages
Book in series
#16

Why to read

  • Relatable characters
  • Humorous narrative
  • Engaging plot
  • Teaches important life lessons