Frank Pearl in The Awful Waffle Kerfuffle

In this delightful early chapter book from the popular Judy Moody and Friends series, Frank Pearl, a secondary character from the main Judy Moody books, takes center stage. Frank is determined to win a prize, trying his hand at various activities like yo-yo tricks and a school breakfast competition, all while Judy Moody offers her characteristic, if sometimes questionable, support. The story gently explores themes of perseverance, self-confidence, and the mixed emotions around competition, making it perfect for newly independent readers aged 4-8. It's a humorous and heartwarming tale that normalizes the desire to succeed and the frustration of not always winning.

Frank Pearl is chasing a prize in this Judy Moody® story for newly independent readers. Just once, Frank Pearl would like to win at something! He is going to win a prize if it’s the last thing he does. Could an amazing yo-yo trick or Cookie the parrot land him a prize? Could a blue ribbon be his at the Great Third-Grade Breakfast Bash? With three shots at a prize and Judy Moody cheering him on (sort of?), there’s no way that Frank can miss out on a trophy this time.