About this book

Pick a book. Grow a Reader!

This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!

In the second installment of this hilarious early chapter book series, Granny Dina-mite arrives at the von Evil house for a surprise visit. Right away, Vicky is determined to show off her villain skills and prove to Granny that she has what it takes to be a master of chaos! At school, Vicky has to prepare to compete in an epic obstacle course with a villain pet. There's just one problem: unlike her SVT classmates, Vicky doesn't have a pet! Luckily, Granny knows exactly where they need to visit, and Vicky adopts the most adorable bunny and names him Captain! Vicky is excited to tackle the SVT obstacle course with her new pet by her side until she realizes that Captain is outsmarting her! Will Vicky and Captain find a way to work with each other?

With speech bubbles, easy-to-read text, and full-color artwork on every page, this brand-new early chapter book series is perfect for newly independent readers!

Reviews

Praise for A Wickedly Evil Pet (Super Villains in Training #2):

"Absolutely adorable and a must-buy for all early chapter book collections." -- School Library Journal

Praise for The Fantastic Freeze Ray (Super Villains in Training #1):

"Move over, good guys, this is villain school!... Lourenço’s full-color illustrations are engaging, and the ratio of text to art makes this book feel less overwhelming for kids ready to take the jump up from early readers... [This book is] a fun spin on the theme of resilience." -- School Library Journal