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Judy Moody — by Megan McDonald
Judy Moody Series in Order: 20 books
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Judy Moody was in a Mood
Book - 1
Bad moods, good moods, even back-to-school moods -- Judy Moody has them all! When her teacher assigns the class the task of creating "Me" collages, it puts Judy and her friends in a cut-and-paste mood. ...
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Judy Moody Gets Famous!
Book - 2
Good moods, bad moods, can't-stand-Jessica-Finch moods. Judy Moody's in a jealous mood. Jealous of Jessica Finch, that is, who wins the spelling bee and gets her picture on the front page of the newspaper. But once Judy sets her mind on fame, ther...
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Judy Moody Saves the World!
Book - 3
The mercurial Judy returns - and she's in a mood to take on the world! Get ready for the newest installment in the hilarious Judy Moody series. Rare! It all starts with the Crazy Strip contest -- and the dream that she, Judy Moody, might one d...
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Judy Moody Predicts the Future
Book - 4
Judy Moody ate one, two, three bowls of cereal. No prize. She poured four, five, six bowls of cereal. Nothing. Seven. Out fell the Mystery Prize... A ring! A silver ring with an oogley center. A mood ring! Judy Moody definitely has a mood for every ...
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Judy Moody, M.D.: The Doctor Is In!
Book - 5
Judy Moody has a mood for every occasion, and now she, Judy Moody, is in a medical mood! That's because Class 3T is studying the Amazing Human Body. Judy, who idolizes Elizabeth Blackwell, first woman doctor, can hardly wait to begin her better-than-...
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Judy Moody Declares Independence
Book - 6
HEAR YE! HEAR YE! After visiting Boston, Judy Moody's in the mood for LIBERTY and FREEDOM -- freedom from her parents' rules and her pesky little brother, that is. But Judy's plans to declare independence, just like the patriots did in 1776, wind u...
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Judy Moody Around the World in 8 1/ 2 Days
Book - 7
Judy Moody is one of a kind, and she likes it that way. Enter Amy Namey, another third-grader with a name that rhymes! She's so much like Judy that they're practically clones. Will Amy Same-Samey turn out to be Judy's worst enemy or her new best-ever...
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Judy Moody Goes to College
Book - 8
The substitute teacher thinks Judy's math skills (not to mention her attitude!) need improving. So Judy has to start meeting with a math tutor. Does this mean flash cards? Does this mean baby games? But when Judy meets her tutor -- a crucial college ...
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Judy Moody, Girl Detective
Book - 9
It's an honest-to-jeepers mystery! Agent Judy Drewdy sets out to solve the case of the missing puppy when a canine-cop-in-training vanishes into thin air. Judy Moody is in a mood. A sleuthing, Nancy Drew kind of mood. So what's a WBMS (world's bes...
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Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer
Book - 10
Roar! It's not bad enough that Mom and Dad are heading to California, leaving Judy and Stink with Aunt Awful (er, Opal), but now Judy's two best friends are going Splitsville, too. Just when it looks like her summer is going to be BOR-ing - eureka! -...
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Judy Moody and the Bad Luck Charm
Book - 11
Will Judy's lucky penny lead her to the nation's capital -- or to third-grade C-A-L-A-M-I-T-Y? And what do her spelling-bee nemesis and a potbellied pig have to do with it? The lucky penny in Judy Moody's pocket sure does seem to be working. She...
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Judy Moody, Mood Martian
Book - 12
Will the real Judy Moody please stand up? In honor of Backwards Day, Judy Moody double-dares herself to become a NOT moody, cool-as-a-cucumber Queen of the Good Mood for one whole week. But when her combed hair, matching outfits, and good moods hang ...
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Judy Moody and the Bucket List
Book - 13
Drumroll, please: Judy Moody is about to become a poop-scooping, hinny-riding, one-girl band extraordinaire as she takes on her very own Bucket List. Judy is visiting Grandma Lou one day when she accidentally finds an uber-mysterious list of activ...
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Judy Moody and the Right Royal Tea Party
Book - 14
Jolly smashing! Could the Moodys really have royal blood? Judy brings her new look to a comical episode about the ups and downs of exploring a family tree. Judy Moody is in a royal purple-mountain-majesties mood. Make that Majesty with a capital M...
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Judy Moody, Book Quiz Whiz
Book - 15
Books, books, books! Judy's got books on the brain as she prepares for a totally RARE trivia competition. Has reading always been this exciting? Judy Moody is in it to win it. Win the Book Quiz Blowout, that is. Judy and her brother, Stink, are tw...
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In a Monday Mood
Book - 16
For anyone who has ever had the Sunday night blues, Judy declares that every day can be a holiday if you just find something to celebrate. Happy National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day, anyone?Crumbs! Why can’t every day be Saturday?Judy Moody...
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Sunny-Side Up
Book - 17
Sometimes you just have to find the good news, as Judy Moody discovers when she creates her very own newspaper -- featured as a bonus at the end of the book. Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow! Mr. Todd has Class 3T looking for the Five Ws in the newspaper, but...
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Judy Moody's Double-Rare Way-Not-Boring Book Of Fun Stuff To Do
Dive right in and join the T.P. (Take out your Pencil) Club for hours of Judy Moody fun! Get the lowdown on Screamin' Mimi's ice cream, prove your Judy Moody knowledge with quizzes and crosswords, make your own cootie catcher, and much, much, MUCH...
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Judy Moody's Way Wacky Uber Awesome Book of More Fun Stuff t...
Crazy about Judy Moody? Or just looking for something to do? Stop dawdling -- and start doodling and noodling with this RARE activity book. Have you ever played Mood Libs? How many fun facts do you know about chewing gum? Is your personality more ...
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Judy Moody's Mini Mysteries and Other Sneaky Stuff for Super Sleuths
Join detective Judy Drewdy to create a way-official detective kit, solve six mini-mysteries, and sharpen real-and-actual sleuth skills. Chock-full of advice for the would-be sleuth and bursting with activities, here is an uber RARE diversion for f...
Series Premise
The Judy Moody series is a children's chapter book series centered on Judy Moody, an imaginative and outspoken elementary school student. Each book focuses on a new challenge, such as school projects, competitions, holidays, personal goals, or family adventures. Judy's reactions to these situations often create humorous complications that she must learn to handle. The series combines realistic school-life stories with humor and age-appropriate lessons about growing up.
Judy Moody Series Reading Order
🔄 Best Read in Order · Start with Book 1: Judy Moody was in a Mood
Standalone stories, but characters and relationships develop across the series.
Publication order provides the best experience for reading the Judy Moody series. Each book features its own complete story, but Judy's friendships, family relationships, school experiences, and personal growth continue from one installment to the next. Characters develop naturally as the series progresses, and recurring events often reference earlier books. Readers who jump ahead can easily follow the main plot, but they may miss background details that add depth to Judy's relationships and development.
Explanation of reading order types
Judy Moody Series Characters
Judy Moody is the central character, known for her strong opinions, changing moods, and creative approach to everyday problems. Her younger brother, Stink Moody, appears throughout the series and often becomes both a source of frustration and an unexpected ally. Judy's friends, including Rocky Zang and Frank Pearl, play important roles in many stories, while her teachers and parents help shape the challenges she encounters. Together, these recurring characters create a consistent community that evolves across the series.
Setting of the Judy Moody Series
The Judy Moody series takes place primarily in Judy's school, neighborhood, and family home. The setting reflects contemporary suburban childhood, with classroom activities, family outings, community events, and friendships serving as the backdrop for most stories. Familiar locations help connect the books while allowing each adventure to explore a different aspect of Judy's life. The everyday setting makes the series accessible to young readers.
Tone & Themes of the Judy Moody Series
The series uses a lighthearted, humorous tone while addressing common childhood experiences. Themes include friendship, sibling relationships, self-confidence, responsibility, curiosity, and adapting to change. Many stories explore how Judy learns to manage disappointment, celebrate successes, and understand other people's perspectives. Humor remains central even when the books tackle more serious emotional situations.
Is the Judy Moody Series Worth Reading?
The Judy Moody series may appeal to readers who enjoy realistic children's fiction with humor, school settings, and relatable characters. It is particularly well suited for elementary-age readers who like stories about friendships, family life, and everyday adventures. Fans of character-driven chapter book series often appreciate watching Judy grow through new experiences while remaining true to her distinctive personality.
Content Warnings and Heat Level
The series is written for middle-grade readers and contains no sexual content. Themes occasionally include school stress, sibling conflicts, social disagreements, embarrassment, or mild emotional challenges. The content remains age-appropriate and focuses on positive problem-solving and personal growth. Violence and mature subject matter are minimal.
The Judy Moody series follows one memorable character through a wide range of school and family adventures. While each book tells its own story, publication order provides the fullest view of Judy's relationships and growth. Readers looking for humorous middle-grade fiction with relatable challenges and recurring characters will find plenty to explore in these books in order.
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