4.05
Part of "Captain Underpants" series
"Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets" by Dav Pilkey is a hilarious and engaging chapter book that is sure to captivate young readers. This is the third book in the popular Captain Underpants series, which has sold millions of copies worldwide and been translated into multiple languages. In this installment, fourth-grade pranksters George and Harold create a new comic book featuring their principal, Mr. Krupp, as the superhero Captain Underpants. But when they accidentally bring their creation to life, they find themselves in a world where their comic book characters have come to life and are wreaking havoc in the real world. The toilets in the school have come to life and are attacking the students, and it's up to Captain Underpants to save the day. Along the way, he'll have to face off against a host of other strange and wacky characters, including a giant talking pencil and a group of evil lunch ladies. Pilkey's signature illustration style is on full display in this book, with plenty of cartoonish drawings and comic book panels to break up the text and keep young readers engaged. The humor is juvenile and silly, but it's also incredibly funny and will have kids laughing out loud. One of the things that sets this book apart is its positive message about friendship and creativity. George and Harold may be pranksters, but they're also loyal friends who stick together through thick and thin. And their creativity, both in their comic book creations and in their problem-solving, is something to be celebrated. Overall, "Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets" is a delightful and entertaining chapter book that is perfect for young readers who love humor, adventure, and a little bit of potty humor. It's a great choice for reluctant readers, as well as for kids who are just starting to explore chapter books on their own...