Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
by Dav Pilkey
Scholastic Inc. 2017
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- responsibility
- good vs. evil
- identity
- second chances
- teamwork
- empathy
- humor
About this book
In the third Dog Man adventure, the heroic half-dog, half-human cop faces his trickiest case yet when a villain’s plan brings a mischievous kitten clone into the mix. Expect slapstick humor, comic-style action, and lots of heart as Dog Man tries to do the right thing—sometimes in very messy ways. Perfect for early and growing readers, the graphic format, short chapters, and silly jokes keep kids turning pages. Fans love the mix of goofy laughs and a sweet message about doing good and caring for others.
Setting: a contemporary city and police department
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants right for my child?
Yes — Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.6, which is typical for 2nd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include friendship, responsibility, good vs. evil.
How long does it take to read Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 8,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants 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 Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants has an AR reading level of 2.6, which places it at a 2nd 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.