Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
by Dav Pilkey
Scholastic Inc. 2019
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- family and found family
- responsibility
- redemption
- courage
- empathy
- good vs. evil
- self-control
About this book
Dog Man and the Supa Buddies are back when a new supervillain turns Dog Man’s silly habits into real fears. At the same time, Petey the Cat tries to turn over a new leaf while figuring out how to be there for Li’l Petey. With high-energy comics, puns, and flip-o-rama action, this installment blends humor with heart. Perfect for elementary readers who like fast, funny adventures and stories about doing the right thing.
Setting: a contemporary comic-book city
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): From the Creator of Captain Underpants right for my child?
Yes — Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): 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, family and found family, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): From the Creator of Captain Underpants takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 9,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): 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: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #7): 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.