FICTION

The Big Bad Blackout

by Megan MCDONALD
illus. by Peter H. Reynolds. 144p. (Judy Moody & Stink: Bk. 3). Candlewick. 2014. Tr $14.99. ISBN 9780763665203.
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Gr 1–3—In this third, full-color installment in the series featuring the Moody siblings, a blackout encourages the whole familyto discover activities that don't require electricity.
Siblings Judy and Stink find themselves stuck at home after a storm knocks out the power, and they come up with some creative ways to entertain themselves and their family. McDonald's simple structure and kid-friendly humor take the edge off a scary situation; Reynolds's full-color illustrations light up the pages. Includes suggestions for things to do if readers find themselves in the dark.
Reviewed by Staff , Jun 01, 2014

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