Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space (and the Subsequent Assault of the Equally Evil Lunchroom Zombie Nerds)

Preview: When evil alien cafeteria ladies invade Jerome Horwitz Elementary School, George and Harold must revive their superhero creation, Captain Underpants, to save the day! But just as they defeat the aliens, a new threat emerges—zombie nerds created by the lunchroom staff. Can the boys and their underwear-clad hero stop this double disaster?

Perfect for readers, who:
• Enjoy fast-paced, silly adventures with outrageous villains
• Like Dog Man or Big Nate for their humor and comic-style storytelling
• Want laugh-out-loud escapades with easy-to-follow illustrations

Why You'll Love It:
✅ Hilarious, over-the-top battles with absurd villains (aliens AND zombies?!)
✅ Dav Pilkey’s signature mix of comics, flip-o-ramas, and goofy wordplay
✅ Encourages reluctant readers with its high-energy fun and visual storytelling

Also consider the below aspects before you select:
❌ Potty humor and slapstick may not appeal to all adults
❌ Some gross-out gags (zombie nerds, cafeteria food horrors) for sensitive readers

Verdict: A riotous pick for kids who love comics, chaos, and undead lunchroom drama!