Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Book 1) characters

Appears from the start

A middle-school student who records his efforts to improve his social standing. Greg is observant and inventive, but his plans are usually shaped by self-interest and a poor sense of how his actions affect other people.

Appears from the start

Greg's cheerful best friend, who is less concerned with appearing mature or popular. Rowley's innocence sometimes embarrasses Greg, though his loyalty and openness make him well liked.

Appears from the start

Greg's older brother, a drummer who enjoys teasing him and using his greater age and confidence to keep him off balance.

Appears from the start

Greg's much younger brother. Manny receives considerable attention from their parents, and Greg resents how readily his mistakes and demands are excused.

Also known as Mom

Appears from the start

Greg's mother, who encourages family activities, reading, and honest behavior. Her attempts to guide Greg often become obstacles to the image he wants to present at school.

Also known as Dad

Appears from the start

Greg's father, who expects his sons to show discipline and practical sense. He is easily frustrated by Greg's habits and by Rodrick's noisy band.

Appears from the start

An unpopular and unpredictable classmate who lives near Greg. Greg turns to him when short of companionship, but finds his intense manner unsettling.

First appears in chapter 2

A confident classmate with a long memory for Greg's behavior. She is willing to challenge him publicly and becomes his adversary in several school activities.

Appears from the start

One of Greg's classmates and a familiar member of his school year. Greg evaluates Chirag largely through the shifting status rules of middle school.

First appears in chapter 3

Greg's physical-education teacher, who supervises the wrestling unit. His weight-based pairings place Greg in matches that expose the gap between Greg's ambitions and his ability.