Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3)
by Dav Pilkey
Scholastic Inc. 2020
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- pranks and consequences
- courage
- teamwork
- good vs. evil
- school life
- imagination
- responsibility
About this book
George and Harold’s latest prank backfires when the school cafeteria ladies quit—only to be replaced by three very suspicious newcomers from outer space. When trouble boils over, it’s up to their waistbanded hero, Captain Underpants, to save the day. Packed with wild humor, flip-o-rama action, and zany illustrations, this color edition makes the adventure pop for today’s readers. Perfect for fans of goofy, high-energy stories and reluctant readers who love lots of laughs.
Setting: Jerome Horwitz Elementary School and outer space, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3) right for my child?
Yes — Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.7, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include friendship, pranks and consequences, courage.
How long does it take to read Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3) takes around 53m to finish. The book has 8,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3) 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 Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3)?
Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Color Edition (Captain Underpants #3) has an AR reading level of 4.7, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.