Captain Underpants: Two Turbo-Charged Novels in One (Full Colour!)
#3 of 12 in Captain Underpants Series
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What’s inside...
This collection features two exciting Captain Underpants adventures in full color, bringing all the hilarious action and outrageous antics to life. Join Harold and George, two imaginative pranksters, as they transform their grumpy principal, Mr. Krupp, into the superhero Captain Underpants, and embark on various misadventures featuring talking toilets, bionic boogers, and villainous villains. Are you ready for more adventures starring the superhero who fights for truth, justice and all things underweary? Just when you thought it was safe and underweary, the Captain will need to defeat the evil Bionic Booger Boy, plus the Wicked Wedgie Woman is on a mission to take over the world and she'll give a whopping wedgie to anyone who stands in her way!
Character compass
George Beard
Harold Hutchins
Turbo Toilet 2000
Melvin Sneedly
Dr. Diaper
Mr. Benjamin Krupp / Captain Underpants
Discussion points
What do you think makes Captain Underpants a hero? Can anyone be a hero in their own way?
How do George and Harold’s pranks add fun to the story? What kind of prank would you think of?
What lessons did the characters learn about friendship throughout the adventures?
How do the illustrations complement the story? Do they make the scenes funnier or more exciting?
If you could have one superpower like Captain Underpants, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin the conversation with genuine interest, showing excitement about the themes and characters. Praise your child's responses to encourage deeper thinking. Relate the story's scenarios or moral lessons to real-life situations to make the discussion more impactful. Use the illustrations in the book as a visual aid to generate more descriptive answers. Lastly, keep the tone light and playful to mirror the book’s humorous style.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: In 'Captain Underpants', the main characters, George and Harold, demonstrate a strong and supportive friendship throughout their adventures.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and nurture friendships, understanding that a good friend can provide support and companionship in various situations.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The protagonists often use their creative skills, like writing comics, to solve problems and overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination and creativity as tools to navigate challenges and express themselves in unique ways.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: George and Harold's pranks often lead to unintended consequences, teaching them about the importance of thinking through the effects of their actions.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the impact of their actions on others and teaches them to consider the consequences before acting.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The characters frequently face fearsome challenges, but they tackle them bravely, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to face their own fears and challenges boldly, understanding that courage is about perseverance and resilience.
Example Lesson: Humor as a coping mechanism
Explanation: Humor plays a significant role in how the characters deal with their troubles, lightening situations and improving their spirits.
Real-World Application: Teaches children that humor can be a healthy way to cope with difficulties, easing stress and bringing joy in challenging times.