14. Baby-sitters' Island Adventure (July 1990) - Claudia, Dawn, and four kids are marooned on an island after a storm blows up during a sailing race. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Baby-Sitters Club (Series) Book 20 Ann M. Martin Author (2012) Mallory and the Trouble With. 11. In addition to being relatable, these are characters readers can aspire to. 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And Claudia became an artist. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! 33. She lives in Watson's neighborhood. The first Baby-Sitters Club novel was released a lifetime ago, back in 1986 when the world was rather different to the one in which we live now. Are there any that you are particularly fond of and why? Martin: I had a great time re-visiting the characters. I read "The Baby-Sitter's Club" beginning in third grade (in early 1992), right up until 1995 when I graduated sixth grade. : Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. 22. ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_The_Baby-Sitters_Club_novels&oldid=1133009261, This page was last edited on 11 January 2023, at 21:00. These issues were relevant to kids in the 1980s and 1990s, and are still relevant to kids today. For decades, young readers around the world have delighted in The Baby-Sitters Club book series by Ann M. Martin. However, when it becomes obvious that Jeremy is interested in Stacey, she must choose between Claudia and Jeremy. The Beloved Series Now Available as Full-Color Graphic Novels, America's Favorite Series Returns with a New Look, The Graphic Novel Spin-Off Starring Kristys Little Sister Karen, The Classic Little Sister Spin-Off Series with a Fresh New Look. Are there any that stick out in your mind? More than 200 BSC books were published in the eighties and nineties. Claudia and the Lighthouse Ghost (December 1996) - Old friends of the Kishi family come to stay and Claudia hears a terrible story that happened a long time ago at the old Stoneybrook lighthouse. Stacey and the Stolen Hearts (February 1998) - Someone steals a bag of valentine grams and begins revealing the personal content on them. Ann M. Martin is the bestselling author of the momentous series The Baby-sitters Club, as well as the Main Street series. Claudia is Japanese American. Mary Annes protective dad has a hard time letting her grow up, Claudia feels like an outcast in her family until her grandmother needs help, Stacey has a medical secret shes embarrassed to share, Kristy has issues with friends and being a bridesmaid in her moms wedding, Dawn tries to fit in but feels like shes always out, and sometimes the girls are broken into factions, fighting with each other. Stacey and the Haunted Masquerade (October 1995) - Strange things are happening at Stoneybrook Middle School as Stacey helps plan a Halloween dance. Quick delivery ! She is thrilled. Q: Even though the books have been out of print for ten years there are still some very devoted fans. And at the heart of the series is the friendship--the "glue" that binds these characters. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. [11] Stacey leaves Stoneybrook when her father is transferred back to New York City [12] but returns after her parents' divorce. Series; Baby-Sitters Club; Our Apps. This was followed by Karen's Roller Skates which was released on July 7, 2020, Karen's Worst Day which was released on December 29, 2020. Q: Despite the fun the girls have together in "The Summer Before," they're all dealing with pretty tough problemsmoving away, an absentee father, a first crush. My friends and I would be attending school with eighth-graders, who were one step away from high school. 2. Product Details. I think a lot of us--even adults--can relate to that. Q: Were you allowed to baby-sit when you were twelve? 5. In Jessi's Baby-sitter, Jessi's Aunt Cecelia moves into Jessi's house. Claudia and the Phantom Phone Calls (The Baby-Sitters Club #2) (2), The Truth About Stacey (The Baby-Sitters Club #3) (3), The Baby-Sitters Club Retro Set (Books #1-6), Dawn and the Impossible Three (The Baby-Sitters Club #5) (5), Kristy and the Walking Disaster (The Baby-Sitters Club #20). Jeff had a lot of trouble adjusting to the move and soon returned to California to live with their father. When I found out the series turned 30 this past week, I felt a little nostalgic and decided to read the book that got me started as a nine-year-old in 1992. I loved the series and only parted ways with it when I felt I was "too old" for the books. The kids run a business--in this case, a baby-sitting business. Jessi learns American Sign Language in Jessi's Secret Language when she babysits for Haley and Matt Braddock because Matt is a deaf child. After the death of Kristy's beloved collie, Louie, Shannon gave Kristy one of Astrid's (a Bernese Mountain Dog) puppies, which David Michael named after Shannon. , Language Her novels include, , and the Main Street and Family Tree series, as well as the much-loved collaborations. [13] She later leaves the club for a short time after she starts dating Robert Brewster and chooses him over the club. Mary Anne is the secretary of the club due to her exceptional organizational skills and neat handwriting. The babysitters head to the school bathroom to strategise. This box set includes all of the original 18 Baby-sitters club books. Please try again. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. The main characters include a group of middle school girls who start their own baby-sitting service and encounter different adventures throughout each book. It was an idea I enjoyed exploring, and when I had the opportunity to write the prequel I realized that this summer would be a charged time for Kristy, and that I could introduce the issues she had with her father here; then they could unfold in the later books. Ended: 03 Mar, 2023 16:16:47 AEDST. Surely you must have received a ton of letters about the series over the years. Libby; Sora; Kanopy; Help; Markets Served. Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2022, Great birthday present for my eight year old granddaughter, Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2022. : [2] Other ghostwriters include Suzanne Weyn, Jahnna M. Malcolm, and Ellen Miles.[3]. The family's pets include Shannon (a puppy), Boo-Boo (a cat), and two goldfish. , Dimensions She is athletic and loves sports. Claudia and the Friendship Feud (November 1999) Claudia and Stacey still aren't speaking to each other because of their fight over Jeremy, and Claudia finds a new friend named Erica Blumberg. Of these, Martin estimates she wrote from 60 to 80.[5]. Also available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Indiebound, Target, and Walmart. They are entrepreneurial, independent, creative, and confident. It was appropriate for her reading level and she loved the characters and storyline. Her reasons for moving to Stoneybrook had been revealed in later books, but I realized that during this particular summer the reader could actually watch the events take place. Kristy and the Middle School Vandal (June 1996) Kristy attempts to discover who vandalized the school, while The Baby-Sitters Club tries to win a mystery war. Twelve novels were published. You can help us help kids by One of the themes that developed as the series progressed was that of Kristy's relationship with her father. [1] Martin wrote estimated to be about 60-80 novels in the series, but the subsequent novels were written by ghostwriters, such as Peter Lerangis. Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. Despite her diet, she maintains a good figure and clear skin. See original listing. Dawn and Mary Anne became stepsisters as a result. Anna declined because of her music studies, but Abby takes Dawn's place as an alternate officer. Baby-sitters' Summer Vacation (July 1989) - The babysitters spend the summer as counselors-in-training at Camp Mohawk. Martin: I think the characters in the BSC books are easily relatable. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 26, 2012. 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Great! The Baby-Sitters Club is a 1995 American comedy-drama film directed by Melanie Mayron, in her feature film directorial debut.It is based on Ann M. Martin's novel series of the same name and is about one summer in the girls' lives in the fictional town of Stoneybrook, Connecticut.The film was shot in the California cities of Los Angeles, Altadena, and Santa Clarita. In 1990, The Baby-Sitters Club spawned a 13-episode TV series that aired on HBO and Nickelodeon, and was later released on video. I think a lot of us--even adults--can relate to that. She and her best friend, Kristy, initially looked similar (but had very different personalities) until Mary Anne cut her hair and began wearing a little makeup in Mary Anne's Makeover. Please try again. It made her day and now she is loving the same books I read at her age. Abby and the Mystery Baby (February 1997) - Abby's family takes in a baby left on their porch while the authorities look for the parents. In 1996 a computer game titled Baby-Sitters Club Friendship Kit was produced by Phillips Media. Deciding to read them again in my 30s I was worried that they would let me down but they didnt. TM & Scholastic Inc. All Rights Reserved. However, when she became 11, she joined the club as an Honorary Member after Stacey's departure. Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners. Mary Anne starts going out with Logan Bruno, and she is the first member who has a steady boyfriend. Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2016. Martin: My favorite Baby-sitters Club book is "Kristy's Great Idea," which is the first book and sets the series in motion. She met Mary Anne, and they instantly bonded. : He is also Mary Anne's boyfriend, although they temporarily split up,[19] but eventually got back together. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. For a better shopping experience, please upgrade now. Shop the Graphic Novels Shop the "Little Sister" Series Shop the Original Series FILTERS Reset Apply. 24. Anns novels include A Corner of the Universe (a Newbery Honor Book), Belle Teal, Here Today, A Dog's Life, On Christmas Eve, and the Main Street and Family Tree series, as well as the much-loved collaborations P.S. Martin: I am most like Mary Anne who is the shy and quiet one. The Baby-Sitters Club is a series of novels written by Ann. The Baby-Sitters Club is a series of 132 books written by Ann M. Martin. I spent that summer reading, going to the community pool, taking a family trip to Cape May, New Jersey, doing some baby-sitting, and also recovering from surgery. 10. The Baby-Sitters Club Series 131 primary works 158 total works Series of teen novels by Ann M. Martin See also the spin-off series: * The Baby-sitters Club Mysteries * The Baby-sitters Club Super Mysteries * The Baby-sitters Club Super Specials * The Baby-sitters Club Little Sister * The Baby-sitters Club Little Sister Super Specials 32. The kids run a business--in this case, a baby-sitting business. The update could have added a bit more diversity to the characters, but solid reading and a great choice for a reluctant elementary reader. The series continued with the release of The Truth About Stacey, Mary Anne Saves the Day, and concluded with Claudia and Mean Janine. My daughter is in the 5th grade and she is 10 years old. Martin: Yes, I did a lot of baby-sitting when I was twelve. Crank calls, uncontrollable toddlers, and wild petsit's all part of the babysitting business. 16. Her reasons for moving to Stoneybrook had been revealed in later books, but I realized that during this particular summer the reader could actually watch the events take place. New York, New York! 7. She joins Stoneybrook Middle School in the middle of the seventh grade when the club members were having a fight. Stoneybrook is a fictional suburban town in the state of Connecticut. She has asthma and carries inhalers. "[26] Claudia and the New Girl, illustrated by Gabriela Epstein, was published on February 2, 2021. 6. My 9 year old daughter read this book in a single sitting. Sometimes she calls it trouble."Kristy. Ann M. Martin is the bestselling author of the momentous series The Baby-sitters Club, as well as the Main Street series. Sea City, Here We Come! These issues were relevant to kids in the 1980s and 1990s, and are still relevant to kids today. Once Dawn returned, she went back to the position of associate member. Abby is described as wild, funny, and athletic. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. What stands out no matter what client issues come up or who has family problems is the girls commitment: Even when theyre arguing, they run the business together, and even when the business demands are overwhelming, they prioritize each other. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. The other issues a first crush, wanting more independence yet still feeling like a kid--are themes that I felt would resonate with most "tween" readers. Picture Information. Welcome Home, Mary Anne (August 2000) - Mary Anne's new house is finally complete, but is she ready for it? It was fun to explore their lives in the prequel, "The Summer Before," and to figure out what led the girls to form The Baby-sitters Club, something that would eventually change their lives. Learn more. Claudia and the Recipe for Danger (August 1995) - Claudia and Mary Anne enter a baking contest, but someone doesn't want them to win. 9. 8. The Baby-Sitters Club #6: Kristy's Big Day. Mallory's first appearance was in Mary Anne Saves the Day as a sitting charge. It is the hometown of many of the characters in both The Baby-Sitters Club series and the Baby-Sitters Little Sister series as well.