Books in the series Captain Underpants

Meet George Beard and Harold Hutchins, two fourth-grade best friends who share a love for pranks and creating their own comic books. Their greatest creation is Captain Underpants, a superhero whose true identity is so secret, even he doesn't know who he is! This hilarious adventure begins when the boys accidentally hypnotize their mean principal, Mr. Krupp, and turn him into the waistband-warrior himself. It is a perfect for children who love slapstick humor, silly antics, and fast-paced action.

Ideal for readers interested in graphic novels and funny stories, this book features the famous Flip-O-Rama animation technique and plenty of illustrations that keep young readers engaged. Whether your child is a reluctant reader or a fan of the Dog Man series, the misadventures of George and Harold offer endless entertainment. It’s a great choice for building reading confidence through laughter and creativity.

Highlights:

• Hilarious illustrations and interactive Flip-O-Rama action scenes
• Relatable friendship between two creative and mischievous pranksters
• Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid
• Engaging mix of traditional text and comic book elements

In the second installment of Dav Pilkey's wildly popular series, Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets, best friends George Beard and Harold Hutchins find themselves in deep water—literally! After their latest prank at the school science fair goes hilariously wrong, they accidentally bring a legion of carnivorous talking toilets to life. With the school under siege and the teachers helpless, it is up to the boys to summon their greatest creation: the amazing Captain Underpants!

This book is a perfect choice for reluctant readers who enjoy fast-paced action, slapstick comedy, and the unique Flip-O-Rama animation feature. It is ideal for children who love the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series or Dog Man. Parents will appreciate how the blend of traditional text and comic-style illustrations builds reading confidence while keeping kids thoroughly entertained with its irreverent humor and imaginative plot.

Highlights:

• Features the famous Flip-O-Rama interactive animation pages.
• Perfect for fans of slapstick humor and superhero parodies.
• Encourages creativity and storytelling through the boys' comic book creations.
• Great for transitioning readers from picture books to longer chapter books.

Get ready for a side-splitting adventure in the third installment of Dav Pilkey's legendary series! George Beard and Harold Hutchins are back at it again, but their latest prank at Jerome Horwitz Elementary has unexpected consequences. When the school's cranky cafeteria ladies quit in a huff, they are replaced by a trio of strange, tentacled lunch ladies who look suspiciously like aliens from outer space. It is up to the boys and their accidental superhero creation, Captain Underpants, to stop a lunchroom takeover that is truly out of this world.

This book is the perfect choice for children who love slapstick humor, silly illustrations, and fast-paced action. Ideal for readers interested in superheroes and comic-style storytelling, it keeps kids engaged with its unique "Flip-O-Rama" animation pages and witty dialogue. Whether your child is a reluctant reader or a dedicated fan of the Dog Man series, this hilarious tale of friendship and mischief is a great choice for building reading confidence while having a blast.

Highlights:

• Action-packed plot featuring alien lunch ladies and giant monsters.
• Includes the famous "Flip-O-Rama" interactive illustrations.
• Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
• Encourages creativity through George and Harold's comic book making.
• High-interest content that appeals to reluctant readers.

George Beard and Harold Hutchins are back in their fourth epic adventure, and this time, things are getting seriously silly! As fourth-grade pranksters with a talent for comic books and trouble, the duo accidentally drives their science teacher to quit. Enter Professor Pippy P. Poopypants, a brilliant but sensitive scientist with a name that George and Harold simply cannot resist mocking. When the Professor decides to force the entire town to adopt ridiculous names, it is up to the boys and their accidental superhero, Captain Underpants, to save the day.

This full-color edition is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, fast-paced action, and the unique "Flip-O-Rama" animation technique. It is an ideal choice for readers interested in funny stories that celebrate creativity and friendship while tackling the absurd side of school life. Parents will find this a great choice for reluctant readers who are drawn to the blend of traditional prose and comic book elements, making it a staple for any middle-grade bookshelf.

Highlights:

• Features the hilarious "Flip-O-Rama" interactive illustrations.
• Engaging mix of traditional chapters and comic book segments.
• Explores themes of creativity and the consequences of practical jokes.
• High-energy plot that keeps young readers turning pages.

Get ready for more laughs and wedgie-powered action in Captain Underpants and the Wrath of the Wicked Wedgie Woman! In this fifth installment of Dav Pilkey's hilarious series, George and Harold accidentally turn their mean homeroom teacher, Ms. Ribble, into a supervillain with a truly horrendous hairdo. With her rabid robots and a plan for world domination, it is up to the Waistband Warrior to save the day before things get completely out of hand.

This book is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, comic-style illustrations, and fast-paced adventures. It is an ideal choice for reluctant readers who enjoy the Dog Man or Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Parents will appreciate how the mix of traditional text and "Flip-O-Rama" animation keeps kids engaged and excited about reading. Whether your child is a long-time fan of George and Harold or just starting their journey with Captain Underpants, this story delivers non-stop entertainment and creative fun.

Highlights:

• Features the iconic "Flip-O-Rama" interactive animation.
• Perfect for fans of Dog Man and The Bad Guys.
• Encourages creativity and imagination through comic-making.
• Engaging mix of text and graphic novel elements.
• Hilarious plot that appeals to a child's sense of humor.

Get ready for more wedgie-power in Captain Underpants and the Big, Bad Battle of the Bionic Booger Boy, Part 1! George Beard and Harold Hutchins are back with their trademark brand of mischief, but this time, things get a little... sticky. When the school brainiac, Melvin Sneedly, tries to turn himself into a bionic powerhouse using his latest invention, a freak accident transforms him into the disgusting Bionic Booger Boy. It is up to George, Harold, and the waistband-warrior himself, Captain Underpants, to save the day from a snotty disaster that threatens to cover the whole town.

This book is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, silly illustrations, and fast-paced action. Dav Pilkey’s unique blend of traditional prose and comic book segments makes this an ideal choice for reluctant readers who might find dense text intimidating. It is a great choice for readers interested in superheroes, pranks, and laugh-out-loud situations. Parents looking for books that will keep their kids engaged and laughing out loud while building reading confidence will find this series a fantastic addition to their home library. The combination of absurdity and heart makes it a staple for any young reader's collection.

Highlights:

• Features the famous "Flip-O-Rama" animation technique for interactive fun.
• Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
• Encourages creativity through George and Harold's comic book making.
• Engaging mix of text and illustrations to support developing readers.
• A hilarious exploration of friendship and the power of imagination.

Get ready for more gooey greatness in the seventh installment of the world-famous Captain Underpants series! In The Revenge of the Ridiculous Robo-Boogers, George and Harold find themselves in a sticky situation as they flee from gross, gloppy monsters. After their previous battle with the Bionic Booger Boy, things haven't quite returned to normal. Now, with the help of their trusty pet, Sulu the Bionic Hamster, the boys must navigate a world of wacky science and high-stakes hilarity to save the day once again.

This book is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, creative illustrations, and fast-paced action. Dav Pilkey’s signature style, including the famous Flip-O-Rama sequences, makes this an ideal choice for reluctant readers who might find traditional novels intimidating. It is a great choice for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid who enjoy stories where imagination and friendship triumph over ridiculous villains.

Highlights:

• Hilarious Flip-O-Rama animation pages that bring the action to life.
• A perfect blend of science fiction tropes and laugh-out-loud school-age humor.
• Strong themes of friendship and creative problem-solving.
• Engaging illustrations on every page to support reading comprehension.

In the eighth installment of Dav Pilkey's legendary series, Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Potty-Pouty People, George and Harold find themselves in a truly bizarre situation. After traveling through time and space in their Purple Potty, they land in a parallel universe where everything is backwards: the teachers are kind, the cafeteria food is actually delicious, and Mr. Krupp thinks they are hilarious! This hilarious adventure is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, creative storytelling, and fast-paced action.

The stakes get even higher when the boys' beloved pets, Crackers the pterodactyl and Sulu the Bionic Hamster, are kidnapped by their own evil-twin look-alikes. George and Harold must navigate this "wrong" world and face their greatest challenge yet—themselves. Ideal for readers interested in superheroes and silly antics, this book keeps kids engaged with its unique blend of traditional text and comic-style illustrations. It is a great choice for reluctant readers who need a story that is as visually stimulating as it is funny.

Highlights:

• Features the world-famous "Flip-O-Rama" interactive animation technique.
• Explores themes of identity and friendship through a fun parallel-universe plot.
• Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
• Combines traditional chapters with comic book segments to boost reading confidence.

Get ready for the ninth epic adventure in the world-famous Captain Underpants series! George and Harold are back, but so is their old nemesis, Professor Poopypants. Now going by the name Tippy Tinkletrousers, he is on a mission of revenge, armed with the terrifying Freezy-Beam 4000. This action-packed story is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, silly names, and fast-paced adventures. It is an ideal choice for readers interested in graphic novels and stories that celebrate the power of friendship and imagination.

Dav Pilkey’s signature blend of comic book panels, Flip-O-Rama animation, and hilarious storytelling makes this a great choice for reluctant readers. Whether your child is a long-time fan of the series or just starting their journey with George and Harold, this installment delivers the belly laughs and creative chaos that have made the series a global phenomenon. It’s a must-read for anyone who enjoys seeing the underdog triumph over a ridiculous villain.

Highlights:

• Features the return of the iconic villain Professor Poopypants.
• Includes interactive Flip-O-Rama pages for extra fun.
• Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
• Encourages creativity and humor in young readers.
• A high-energy plot that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.

In the tenth epic adventure of the Captain Underpants series, George and Harold find themselves in a truly bizarre predicament. After being turned into zombie nerds in a post-apocalyptic future, our favorite pranksters realize that the villainous Tippy Tinkletrousers has used time travel to erase Captain Underpants from history! Without their waistband-wearing hero, the world is a mess, and it is up to George and Harold to travel through time, outsmart radioactive robots, and restore the timeline before it is too late.

This book is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, fast-paced action, and the unique blend of traditional chapters and comic book segments. Ideal for readers interested in time-travel tropes and wacky inventions, Dav Pilkey’s signature style keeps even the most reluctant readers engaged. It is a great choice for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Dog Man who enjoy stories where creativity and friendship save the day.

Highlights:

• Hilarious time-traveling hijinks and alternate reality scenarios.
• Action-packed Flip-O-Rama sequences that bring the battles to life.
• A heartwarming focus on the unbreakable bond between George and Harold.
• Engaging mix of text and illustrations that builds reading confidence.

Get ready for more wedgie-powered action in the eleventh installment of Dav Pilkey's legendary series. Just when George and Harold thought the school day couldn't get any weirder, their most fearsome porcelain foe returns! The Turbo Toilet 2000 is back and hungrier than ever for revenge. This book is perfect for children who love slapstick humor, creative illustrations, and fast-paced superhero parodies that keep them turning the pages.

In this epic showdown, the fate of humanity rests not just with our favorite pranksters, but also with their annoying nemesis, Melvin Sneedly. It is an ideal choice for readers interested in stories about unlikely alliances and the power of imagination. With the iconic Flip-O-Rama animation and comic book segments, it’s a great choice for reluctant readers who enjoy visual storytelling and non-stop laughs.

Highlights:

• The return of the iconic villain, the Turbo Toilet 2000.
• Hilarious Flip-O-Rama action scenes and comic book inserts.
• A story about teamwork between rivals to save the world.

Get ready for the epic conclusion to the original series in Captain Underpants and the Sensational Saga of Sir Stinks-A-Lot! George and Harold have finally found the perfect balance between school and fun by using their time-traveling doubles to handle the boring stuff. However, their peaceful routine is shattered when their devious gym teacher, Mr. Meaner (the smelly Sir Stinks-A-Lot), invents a mind-control spray that turns every student into a robotic, obedient "perfect" child. It is up to our favorite pranksters to save the school and the future of humanity from a world without fun.

This book is perfect for children who love fast-paced action and irreverent humor. Dav Pilkey’s signature style, blending traditional prose with comic book panels and the famous "Flip-O-Rama" animation, makes this an ideal choice for reluctant readers who might find dense text intimidating. If your child enjoys stories about friendship, creativity, and standing up to silly villains, this twelfth adventure is a must-read. It is a great choice for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid who are looking for a laugh-out-loud reading experience.

Highlights:

• Features the iconic "Flip-O-Rama" interactive animation pages.
• A hilarious blend of traditional storytelling and graphic novel elements.
• Explores themes of individuality and the importance of creativity in school.
• High-stakes adventure mixed with the series' trademark slapstick humor.