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The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel

And, Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants, Another Epic Novel

by Dav Pilkey

1997

Challenging read for K–3rd grade

Reading level 4.3 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range

1
AR Points
38m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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About this book

The adventures of Captain Underpants: When George and Harold hypnotize their principal into thinking that he is the superhero Captain Underpants, he leads them to the lair of the nefarious Dr. Diaper, where they must defeat his evil robot henchmen. Captain Underpants and the perilous plot of Professor Poopypants: When Professor Pippy P. Poopypants comes to Jerome Horwitz Elementary School to teach science, he goes off the deep end because students make fun of his name. Only Captain Underpants can save the school from the professor's perilous plot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel right for my child?

It depends — here's what to consider for The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel. The reading level is AR 4.3, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade).

How long does it take to read The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel?

At a typical 4th grade reading pace, The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel takes around 38m to finish. The book has 5,731 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel have an AR quiz?

Yes — The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.

What grade level is The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel?

The Adventures of Captain Underpants, an Epic Novel has an AR reading level of 4.3, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.