Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
by Dav Pilkey
Scholastic Inc. 2021
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- love and empathy
- redemption
- family
- perseverance
- good vs. evil
- hope
- kindness
About this book
In this tenth Dog Man adventure, our half-dog, half-cop hero hits a rough patch while Petey wrestles with mistakes from his past and Grampa stirs up new trouble. As chaos spreads, the team learns that love, kindness, and sticking together can turn things around. Fast-paced panels, big laughs, and heartfelt moments make this graphic novel a hit with new and seasoned readers alike. Perfect for kids who enjoy goofy humor, comics-style action, and stories with a big heart.
Setting: a contemporary city with police stations, villains, and comic-style mayhem
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): From the Creator of Captain Underpants right for my child?
Yes — Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): 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, love and empathy, redemption.
How long does it take to read Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): From the Creator of Captain Underpants takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 8,300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): 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: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): From the Creator of Captain Underpants?
Dog Man: Mothering Heights: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #10): 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.