Kristy's Great Idea
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 8–12 · 1986 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Kristy's Great Idea

By Ann M. Martin

Book #1 in the The Baby-Sitters Club series

A babysitting club faces chaos and challenges. Can they stick together to succeed?

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176 pages· 8,457 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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Kristy Thomas starts a babysitting club with her friends, hoping for fun and profit. But crank calls, unruly toddlers, and tricky clients test their resolve. As chaos ensues, Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey must navigate the ups and downs of their new venture. Will their friendship withstand the pressures of running a business, or will the challenges tear them apart? Discover how these young entrepreneurs tackle unexpected hurdles and learn the true value of teamwork.

From the publisher

America’s favorite series returns with a new look and a Netflix tv show. When Kristy Thomas has the great idea to form a baby-sitters club–a chance to earn money and spend time with her friends, all while doing something they each love to do–she has no idea how much the club will change everything. Crank calls, uncontrollable toddlers, wild pets, untruthful clients . . . running a business is hard work! Kristy and her co-founders, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey, are sure they can handle anything. But only if they stick together . . .

At a glance
Format
Pages
176
Words
8,457
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about babysittingBooks about clubsBooks about coming of age
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Book details

Publication
Published
May 5, 2020
First published
August 1, 1986
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781338642209

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