Captain Underpants and the Terrifying Return of Tippy Tinkletrousers
#9 of 12 in Captain Underpants Series
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What’s inside...
Captain Underpants returns in an epic adventure that involves time travel, taking readers back to the kindergarten days of George and Harold. In this ninth novel of the series, they face a sixth-grade bully, Kipper Krupp, without the help of Captain Underpants. The story is filled with humor, outrageous events, and clever tactics by the two kindergartners to outsmart the bully.
Character compass
George Beard
Mr. Benjamin Krupp / Captain Underpants
Harold Hutchins
Kipper Krupp
Tippy Tinkletrousers
Discussion points
What do you think makes Captain Underpants a hero, and can anyone be a hero in their own way?
How did George and Harold handle their challenges with Tippy Tinkletrousers? What would you have done in their situation?
Why do you think friendship is important in this story?
How do the characters in the book use their imagination to solve problems? Can you think of a time when you used your imagination to solve a problem?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to compare their own experiences with those of George and Harold, fostering a deeper connection with the characters.
Discuss the moral decisions made by the characters and ask your child what they would have done differently, reinforcing empathy and ethical reasoning.
Highlight the role of creativity and humor in the book, and ask your child to create their own funny superhero or comic strip inspired by the story.
Use the illustrations in the book as a fun entry point to discuss the scenes, enhancing visual literacy and attention to detail.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: The protagonists, George and Harold, rely on their camaraderie to face challenges, including the antics of Tippy Tinkletrousers. Their partnership reinforces how crucial friendship is in overcoming obstacles.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and nurture friendships, understanding that collaboration and support can help them navigate various life situations.
Example Lesson: Taking responsibility for one's actions
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters often deal with the consequences of their choices, particularly when their pranks go too far. This emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to acknowledge their mistakes and understand that actions have consequences, helping them grow into accountable individuals.
Example Lesson: The power of creativity and imagination
Explanation: George and Harold's creative endeavors, like their comic books, play a critical role in solving problems they face in the story. Their imaginative solutions highlight the value of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to use their imagination to solve problems and encourages creative expression as a valuable skill in everyday life.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: The characters experience numerous setbacks due to Tippy Tinkletrousers’ antics but remain resilient and manage to find humor and lessons in their misadventures.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of staying optimistic and persistent despite difficulties, fostering emotional strength and perseverance.
Example Lesson: Understanding the impact of bullying
Explanation: The book touches on themes of bullying through Tippy Tinkletrousers' behavior, illustrating the negative effects it has on everyone involved.
Real-World Application: Helps children recognize the effects of bullying and emphasizes the importance of kindness and empathy towards others.