Diary of a Wimpy Kid
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All Themes Social Status and Friendship Ideals of Masculinity Bullying Independence and Growing Up
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All Characters Greg Heffley Rowley Jefferson Greg’s Mom Greg’s Dad Rodrick Heffley Manny Heffley Rowley’s Dad Fregley Marty Porter Shane Snella Patty Farrell Mrs. Norton Mr. Ira Uncle Charlie
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

by

Jeff Kinney

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Symbols

The Cheese Touch

“The Cheese” is a moldy bit of cheese left out on the school basketball court. Legend holds that anyone who touches the Cheese is infected with the “Cheese Touch,” which they can pass to others…

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