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Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto — Content Guide for Parents

By Dav PilkeyScholastic Incorporated2016ISBN 9780545630160128 pages
Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

An out-of-this-world friendship adventure by Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey, with full-color art and mini comics by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat.

Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot face off against a flock of flightless foes!Ricky and his Mighty Robot have made a mess. They've been mean to Cousin Lucy, and now they must make it up to her. But their surprise present for Lucy turns into a trap when President Penguin from Pluto plots to take over Earth. President Penguin is peeved because Pluto is no longer considered a real planet. Now he plans to make things very unpleasant for anyone who stands in his way. Can Ricky, Lucy, and their friends defeat this tiny terror and keep Squeakyville safe?

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains themes of violence typical of the series, including battles between Ricky, his robot, and the invading penguins. The narrative involves a battle of good versus evil, with characters often in peril, which is a central element of the story. No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. While there are themes of conflict and battles, they are presented in a humorous and lighthearted manner appropriate for early readers.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have violence?

    The book contains themes of violence typical of the series, including battles between Ricky, his robot, and the invading penguins. The narrative involves a battle of good versus evil, with characters often in peril, which is a central element of the story.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have scary content?

    No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. While there are themes of conflict and battles, they are presented in a humorous and lighthearted manner appropriate for early readers.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference general reviews and descriptions but do not indicate any religious themes or practices in the story.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes are present in the book. The narrative focuses on a mouse and a robot battling penguins, and does not address race or racism as a central theme.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have profanity?

    No profanity is present in the book. The search results do not mention any use of inappropriate language within the narrative.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative focuses on an adventure involving penguins and does not address environmental issues or activism.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The search results do not indicate any themes or references to sexual content within the narrative.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While it features a male protagonist and his robot, there is no thematic exploration of gender roles or expectations.

  • Does Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book. The search results do not provide any evidence of LGBTQ+ content within the narrative of 'Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot Versus the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto.'