Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants
by Dav Pilkey
Scholastic UK 2013
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- humor
- friendship
- bullying and teasing
- responsibility
- imagination
- good vs. evil
- school life
- invention and science
About this book
Professor Pippy P. Poopypants is a genius inventor whose silly name keeps him from being taken seriously—until his wacky gadgets cause big trouble at school. George and Harold get swept up in the chaos, and only Captain Underpants can try to set things right. Packed with cartoons, wordplay, and laugh-out-loud pranks, this fast-paced adventure is perfect for reluctant and eager readers alike. Kids love the outrageous humor, the mix of comics and text, and the chance to cheer for an unlikely hero.
Setting: a modern-day elementary school and surrounding city
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants right for my child?
Yes — Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants 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 humor, friendship, bullying and teasing.
How long does it take to read Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 12,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants have an AR quiz?
Yes — Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants has an AR quiz available, worth 2 points. 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 Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants?
Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants 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.