Judy Moody and the Bucket List
#13 of 15 in Judy Moody Series
What’s inside...
Judy Moody is making a list of things she wants to do before she goes back to school. With a little help from her friends and family, Judy is determined to complete her bucket list before summer's end. She plans to learn to do cartwheels, invent something, and even go to Antarctica. As Judy tackles her list, she wonders what happens when someone completes their bucket list, using her Grandma Lou's list as a reference for her own adventurous pursuits.
Character compass
Judy Moody
Stink Moody
Grandma Lou
Discussion points
What are some items you would add to your own bucket list after reading Judy Moody's list? Why?
How did Judy's experiences with her bucket list items change her perspective or feelings about her goals?
Can you think of a time when you tried something new like Judy? What was the experience like?
What does this story teach us about friendship and helping others?
In what ways do you think Judy grew from her experiences in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences to those of Judy's by sharing your own bucket list or past challenges.
Discuss the importance of setting goals and how they can be both fun and meaningful.
Highlight the theme of resilience by talking about how Judy handled setbacks in achieving her bucket list items.
Use the book as an opportunity to discuss the value of friendships and how friends can help us achieve our goals.
Ask your child how they would handle similar situations as Judy, fostering problem-solving skills and empathy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Goal-setting
Explanation: Judy Moody creates a bucket list of exciting things she wants to accomplish. This demonstrates the importance of setting personal goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to identify their own aspirations and set achievable goals, fostering a sense of accomplishment and motivation.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the book, Judy faces challenges in completing the items on her list but keeps trying. This highlights the value of perseverance in achieving one’s goals.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by continuing to work towards their personal and academic goals, even when they encounter obstacles.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: Judy’s bucket list includes creative and unique activities, showing her imaginative approach to tasks.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively in their daily activities and problem-solving tasks.
Example Lesson: Friendship and collaboration
Explanation: Judy often involves her friends in her bucket list adventures, which showcases the importance of teamwork and cooperation.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with others, enhancing their social skills and ability to work in a team.
Example Lesson: Learning through experience
Explanation: The book illustrates how Judy gains new experiences and learns from them as she checks off items from her bucket list.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of experiential learning and encourages them to explore and learn from the world around them.