Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9)
by Dav Pilkey
Graphix 2020
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- empathy
- teamwork
- responsibility
- perseverance
- doing the right thing
- second chances
- humor
About this book
Dog Man and the Supa Buddies return for another hilarious, high-energy adventure packed with slapstick humor, comics-within-comics, and heart. When a new mess of trouble hits the city, Dog Man must rely on his friends, his wits, and a whole lot of perseverance to do what’s right. With short, punchy chapters and visual gags, this is a perfect pick for emerging and reluctant readers. Fans love the mix of goofy fun and gentle messages about empathy, kindness, and second chances.
Setting: a contemporary, cartoon-style city
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9) right for my child?
Yes — Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9) 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, empathy, teamwork.
How long does it take to read Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9)?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9) takes around 1.4h to finish. The book has 10,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9) 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: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9)?
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #9) 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.