Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
by Dav Pilkey
Scholastic Inc. 2025
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- self-belief
- truth and integrity
- friendship and loyalty
- teamwork
- redemption and second chances
- empathy
- courage
- doing the right thing
About this book
Dog Man: Big Jim Believes sends Dog Man, Big Jim, and friends into another high-energy adventure when the Space Cuties return. With plenty of laugh-out-loud gags and dynamic comics-style art, the story highlights how believing in yourself and telling the truth can change everything. Short chapters and visual humor make it an inviting pick for developing and reluctant readers. Kids love the wild action, goofy villains, and the warm message about confidence, integrity, and friendship.
Setting: a contemporary city and outer space
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants right for my child?
Yes — Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, 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 self-belief, truth and integrity, friendship and loyalty.
How long does it take to read Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 9,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants 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 Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants has an AR reading level of 2.8, 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.