Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets

What do our readers think of Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children often find the story funny and exciting, especially the talking toilets, comic pages and Flip-O-Rama action. They also enjoy George and Harold’s wild ideas, although the book’s constant toilet humour is not likely to suit every child.

What does the Pageticker team say about Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets?

We love the book’s fast pace, comic-style illustrations and wonderfully over-the-top inventions, which make it especially appealing to children who enjoy silly superhero adventures. George and Harold’s creativity drives the action, while the slapstick battles and toilet humour provide plenty of laughs. It is a strong choice for developing or reluctant readers, although parents and carers should expect lots of gross-out jokes and cartoon peril.

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What is Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets about?

George and Harold's mischievous antics lead to the creation of an army of evil, talking toilets determined to take over the world. With chaos unfolding, it's up to their accidental superhero creation, Captain Underpants, to save the day using his unique wedgie power. Will he be able to flush out the menace and restore order?

About the author

Dav Pilkey is a much-loved author and illustrator from the United States. He is best known for creating the hilarious 'Captain Underpants' and 'Dog Man' books. Dav enjoys making stories that make children laugh and inspire them to be creative. His books are full of fun adventures and silly characters that many children enjoy reading.

Discussion ideas around Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets

Mischief and consequences: George and Harold’s pranks lead to much bigger problems than they expect. When can playful ideas become irresponsible, and what could they have done differently?

Friendship and teamwork: How do George, Harold and Captain Underpants help one another when the talking toilets take over?

Inventions and imagination: Which invention or comic idea in the story is most imaginative, and what does it show about the way George and Harold think?

Heroes and bravery: What makes someone a hero in this story: having special powers, facing danger, solving problems or something else?

Humour in books: Why might children find talking toilets and silly superhero action funny, and can humour help make a book more enjoyable to read?