Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People (Captain Underpants #8)

Name: Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People (Captain Underpants #8)
Brand: Scholastic US
SKU: 9780439376143
Price: 13.99 NZD
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By Dav Pilkey

4.24

( 12,118 ratings, 368 reviews)

Summary

Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People is an adventurous children's book where George and Harold find themselves navigating unpredictable scenarios after a mishap with their time-travel machine. They encounter their evil twins from an alternate universe, leading to a series of comedic and chaotic events. With the fate of their world hanging in the balance, George and Harold must creatively tackle the challenges posed by their mischievous doppelgängers.
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This book may appeal to you if you love hilarious adventures filled with quirky characters and outrageous situations. Kids with a penchant for laugh-out-loud humour and imaginative storylines will enjoy following George and Harold as they navigate a series of comical challenges. Perfect for young readers who appreciate a mix of fun, friendship, and a touch of mischief.

Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People (Captain Underpants #8)

George and Harold have entered an absurd alternate reality where teachers are nice, kids are allowed to read banned books, and the cafeteria food doesn't smell like dirty diapers. Even worse, they've discovered alternate versions of themselves who plan to unleash some preposterous plans on Piqua, Ohio. It's up to George and Harold to defeat the evil twins and their superhero, Captain Blunderpants!

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When we last saw George and Harold, they were about to take their pet pterodactyl Crackers back to the Cretaceous period. But things didn't work out quite as they had hoped.

They've entered an absurd alternative reality where teachers are nice, kids are allowed to read banned books, and the cafeteria food doesn't smell like dirty nappies. Even worse, they've discovered alternative versions of themselves–Evil George and Evil Harold–who plan to unleash some preposterous plans on Piqua, Ohio.

Now, it's up to George and Harold to defeat the evil twins and their superhero, Captain Blunderpants!

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People is heralded for its irresistible appeal that captivates young readers, even expanding their vocabulary. Dav Pilkey is praised for his blend of sharp humour that entertains both children and adults, while also being recognised for encouraging reluctant readers. The book skillfully combines themes of empowerment and empathy with engaging humour and action, celebrating the triumph of good-heartedness.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780439376143

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2006

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 192.0mm

Weight: 150g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

When Dav Pilkey was a kid, he was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia. Dav was so disruptive in class that his teachers made him sit out in the hallway every day. Luckily, Dav loved to draw and make up stories. He spent his time in the hallway creating his own original comic books -- the very first adventures of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.

In college, Dav met a teacher who encouraged him to illustrate and write. He won a national competition in 1986 and the prize was the publication of his first book, World War Won. He made many other books before being awarded the 1998 California Young Reader Medal for Dog Breath, which was published in 1994, and in 1997 he won the Caldecott Honor for The Paperboy.

The Adventures of Super Diaper Baby, published in 2002, was the first complete graphic novel spin-off from the Captain Underpants series and appeared at #6 on the USA Today bestseller list for all books, both adult and children's, and was also a New York Times bestseller. It was followed by The Adventures of Ook and Gluk: Kung Fu Cavemen from the Future and Super Diaper Baby 2: The Invasion of the Potty Snatchers, both USA Today bestsellers. The unconventional style of these graphic novels is intended to encourage uninhibited creativity in kids.

His stories are semi-autobiographical and explore universal themes that celebrate friendship, tolerance, and the triumph of the good-hearted. Dav loves to kayak in the Pacific Northwest with his wife.