MRS Moody in the Birthday Jinx

Judy’s mom takes the spotlight as the Moody family tries to give her the birthday she would like in a broadly funny episode just right for newly independent readers.

Make a wish, Mrs. Moody! Every year on Mom’s birthday, one way or another, something goes wrong-not-right. Maybe Judy’s been in a bad mood. Maybe Stink’s gotten a little carsick. Maybe Dad can’t bake Mom’s favorite carrot cake. But this year is going to be different. This year is going to be perfect. This year, Judy is going to do all she can to make sure Mom gets the happy birthday she deserves. Watch out! The Boss of Birthday (aka Judy) is on the job! Parsnip cake with avocado frosting, anyone?
•The spotlight shines on Mrs. Moody, perhaps one of the least-explored characters in the Judy Moody and Stink series to date.
•One of the most family-oriented Judy Moody stories in the franchise — all Moody hands are on deck to help make Mom’s birthday a successful one, unlike some of the past years’ bumbling efforts.
•Families will readily relate to this scenario — what Mother’s Day or Mom’s birthday celebration isn’t a touch-and-go affair, notably because Mom herself isn’t in charge?