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Judy Moody was in a mood Book Review

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Judy Moody was in a mood: World’s best picture books

Author: Megan McDonald
Published in 1994
Publisher is Candlewick Press (It has been republished since)
Available in eBook, print (176 pages for print edition), and audio
Age Range: 8 – 11 years old
Children’s Humour | Children’s School Issues | Children’s Self-Esteem

There is an illustrated edition. The images are fun and enhance the reading experience.

The following review was posted on Goodreads: February 2022.

“‘Or something,’ said Judy Moody.”

Those words, “Or something,” are my favourite Judy Moody statement.

“Judy Moody was in a mood” is for grade level 3 to 7, ages 8 to 11. It is a suitable read for boys and girls. The relationship between sister and brother, Judy Moody and Stink, is present in this story. In additional to the Judy Moody series, Megan McDonald has created a series of books for Stink which is actually where my younger son and I were introduced to Judy Moody initially. My son enjoys both characters and their books and so do I.

Most kids experience jitters about the first day of school and kids have a bit of sadness about the summer ending. In addition, both in the book and in real life, there are those Get-to-Know-You projects that get assigned that first week of class. In the case of Judy Moody, it is called a Me Collage. With that in mind, I enjoyed how the storyline of “Judy Moody was in a mood” is told around that Me Collage assignment. There are a number of amusing things that go on and Judy Moody is crafty and inventive with each of them.

“Judy Moody was in a mood” is a memorable title and Judy Moody is a colourful and amusing character. “‘Judy Moody, you’re a mover and a shaker,’ said Mr. Todd.” Judy Moody is a character that young readers can see as a fun friend. She is a realistic representation of a young girl: imaginative, smart, and at times sassy. Overall, “Judy Moody was in a mood” is a great read for children.

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3 thoughts on “Judy Moody was in a mood Book Review”

    1. I enjoy the way Judy’s full name, Judy Moody, rolls off the tongue which adds to the fun in the title. And speaking of names, Judy has a brother named Stink and he has his own book series.

      Thanks for stopping in, Miss Andi.

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