Age rating and parents' guide:Judy Moody
by Megan McDonald
Ages 6–8
Judy Moody by Megan McDonald is best for children aged 6–8. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language.
Feisty third-grader Judy Moody starts a new school year in a famously foul mood, dreading the typical getting-to-know-you assignments. Things take a turn when her teacher asks everyone to create a collage all about themselves. With help from her best friend Rocky and her annoying younger brother Stink, Judy dives into funny projects and quirky mishaps. Young readers love Judy's relatable temper tantrums, lively humor, and big personality.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Early chapter book
- Part of the Judy Moody series
- Easy to get into from the first page
- Plenty of illustrations
- Emotionally light
- A good pick for reluctant readers
Great for kids who like
- Humor & Comedy
- Realistic Fiction (School & Friendships)
- School life
Reading mood
- Funny
Good to talk about
- Friendship
- Family
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