"Considered one of the most popular contemporary authors for readers in elementary school, (Dav Pilkey) is also regarded as a talented artist and inventive humorist as well as a subtle moralist. ...He underscores his works--even at their most outrageous--with a philosophy that emphasizes friendship, tolerance, and generosity and celebrates the triumph of the good-hearted."-The Educational Book & Media AssociationPRAISE FOR CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS:"Pilkey's sharp humor shines, and is as much fun for parents as their young readers." PARENTS' CHOICE FOUNDATION"Combines empowerment and empathy with age-appropriate humor and action" - BOOKLIST"For every downtrodden fun-seeking kid who never wanted to read a book." - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"(One of the) 5 Books That All Children Should Read" - HEALTHY FAMILY MATTERS"Call Pilkey . . . the savior of the 'reluctant reader.' " --USA TODAY2012 PARENTS' CHOICE AWARD WINNERDav Pilkey is the Caldecott Honor Award-winning author and illustrator of more than 50 books for children. Check out his award-winning website at www.Pilkey.com