Judy Moody Girl Detective
#9 of 15 in Judy Moody Series
What’s inside...
Judy Moody takes on the role of a detective when a crime wave hits! She uses her scientific knowledge and sharp detective skills to find the missing puppy of her little brother, Stink. 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 sleuthing, Nancy Drew kind of mood. So what’s a WBMS (world’s best mystery solver) to do? Go find a mystery, that’s what! And she doesn’t have to snoop for long. When Mr. Chips, a beloved crime-dog-in-training, goes missing, Judy Drewdy and her chums, agents Dills Pickle (Frank), Spuds Houdini (Rocky), and James Madagascar (Stink) find themselves smack-dab in the middle of a real-life, scare-your-pants-off whodunit. Was Mr. Chips stolen by dirty dognappers? And why are chocolate-chip cookies disappearing all over town? Watch out for red herrings—along with clever references to classic Nancy Drew mysteries—as Eagle Eye Moody and company are hot on the case!
Character compass
Judy Moody
Lucy
Frank Pearl
Rocky Zang
Stink Moody
Discussion points
How do you think Judy felt when she solved the mystery? Have you ever solved a mystery?
What qualities make Judy a good detective? Which of these qualities do you think are important?
If you were in Judy's shoes, how would you have handled the mystery differently?
Why is teamwork important in solving mysteries or problems? Can you think of a time you worked as a team?
What did you learn from Judy’s adventures about helping others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause at suspenseful moments and ask your child to predict what might happen next, encouraging their critical thinking.
Relate the story to real-life situations by discussing times when your child had to find solutions to their own 'mysteries' or challenges.
Discuss the importance of observation and paying attention to detail, perhaps turning it into a little game of 'I spy' during daily routines.
After reading, encourage your child to create their own detective story or draw their favorite scene to deepen their connection with the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Judy Moody, the protagonist, demonstrates problem-solving by taking on the role of a detective to solve mysteries.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these problem-solving skills in real-life situations, whether it's figuring out how to fix a broken toy or resolving a conflict with a friend.
Example Lesson: Value of perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the book, Judy faces challenges in her detective work but she does not give up, showing the importance of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of persistence in achieving goals, whether it's completing a difficult school assignment or learning a new skill.
Example Lesson: Importance of attention to detail
Explanation: Judy's success as a detective often comes from her careful observation and attention to detail, crucial in piecing together clues.
Real-World Application: Children learn to pay attention to details which can help in academic settings, like noticing important information in a text or observing patterns in math problems.
Example Lesson: Developing curiosity
Explanation: Judy’s role as a detective fuels her curiosity and eagerness to uncover the truth, highlighting the importance of being inquisitive.
Real-World Application: Fostering curiosity encourages children to explore their surroundings, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the world.