Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants — Content Guide for Parents

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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Dog Man's really done it this time! He hands over his badge and clears out his desk, but while he may be out of a job, he's not yet out of hope. With his friends at his side, can Dog Man dig himself out of this hole and paw his way back onto the force?
Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of doing good.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains cartoon violence, including the surgical creation of Dog Man after a police officer and his dog are blown up, slapstick accidents, and battles involving humorous elements like a hot dog army. No scary content detected in the search results for 'Dog Man: Grime and Punishment'.
Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have violence?
The book contains cartoon violence, including the surgical creation of Dog Man after a police officer and his dog are blown up, slapstick accidents, and battles involving humorous elements like a hot dog army.
Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have scary content?
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Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have religious themes?
No religious content or themes were found in the narrative of 'Dog Man: Grime and Punishment'.
Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have racial/cultural content?
The main characters are cued as White, but there is racial diversity in the supporting cast. The narrative includes a critique of the lack of diversity in the real-world books referenced within the story.
Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have profanity?
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Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have climate change?
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Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have sexual identity?
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Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have gender roles?
No specific gender roles or themes were detected in the search results for 'Dog Man: Grime and Punishment'.
Does Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants have lgbtq+ themes?
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