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The Baby-Sitters Club Books

In order from Kristy's Great Idea to Kristy's Mystery Admirer.

The Baby-Sitters Club series is a set of 40 chapter books by Ann M. Martin, published between 1986 and 1998. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 160 pages.

Kristy's Great Idea
Claudia and the Phantom Phone Calls
The Truth about Stacey
Mary Anne Saves the Day
Dawn and the Impossible Three
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Kristy's Great Idea
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1986

Kristy's Great Idea

By Ann M. Martin

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

176 pages· 8,457 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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Summary: 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.
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In reading order

The Baby-Sitters Club Series

40 books · Published 1986–1998

Year#TitleAuthorPages
19861Kristy's Great IdeaAnn M. Martin176
19862Claudia and the Phantom Phone CallsAnn M. Martin176
19863The Truth about StaceyAnn M. Martin176
19874Mary Anne Saves the DayAnn M. Martin176
19875Dawn and the Impossible ThreeAnn M. Martin176
19876Kristy's Big DayAnn M. Martin176
19877Claudia and Mean JanineAnn M. Martin146
19878Boy-Crazy StaceyAnn M. Martin141
19889The Ghost at Dawn's HouseAnn M. Martin176
198810Logan Likes Mary Anne!Ann M. Martin160
198811Kristy and the SnobsAnn M. Martin160
198812Claudia and the New GirlAnn M. Martin160
198813Good-bye Stacey, Good-byeAnn M. Martin160
198814Hello, MalloryAnn M. Martin160
198815Little Miss Stoneybrook...and DawnAnn M. Martin160
198816Jessi's Secret LanguageAnn M. Martin160
198817Mary Anne's Bad Luck MysteryAnn M. Martin160
198818Stacey's MistakeAnn M. Martin160
198819Claudia and the Bad JokeAnn M. Martin160
198920Kristy and the Walking DisasterAnn M. Martin160
198921Mallory and the Trouble with TwinsAnn M. Martin160
198922Jessi Ramsey, Pet-sitterAnn M. Martin160
198923Dawn on the CoastAnn M. Martin160
198924Kristy and the Mother's Day SurpriseAnn M. Martin160
198925Mary Anne and the Search for TiggerAnn M. Martin160
198926Claudia and the Sad GoodbyeAnn M. Martin160
198927Jessi and the SuperbratAnn M. Martin160
198928Welcome Back, Stacey!Ann M. Martin160
198929Mallory and the Mystery DiaryAnn M. Martin160
199030Mary Anne and the Great RomanceAnn M. Martin160
199031Dawn's Wicked StepsisterAnn M. Martin160
199032Kristy and the Secret of SusanAnn M. Martin144
199033Claudia and the Great SearchAnn M. Martin160
199034Mary Anne and Too Many Boys160
199035Stacey and the Mystery of StoneybrookAnn M. Martin160
199036Jessi's Baby-SitterAnn M. Martin160
199037Dawn and the Older BoyAnn M. Martin160
199039Poor Mallory!Ann M. Martin142
1998124Stacey McGill... Matchmaker?Ann M. Martin125
1990Kristy's Mystery AdmirerAnn M. Martin144
Companion series

Baby-Sitters Little Sister Series

22 books · Published 1991–2025

#1
Karen's Witch
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Karen's Witch

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

A young girl navigates her life with two families and becomes convinced that her neighbor is a witch

#2
Karen's Roller Skates
#2 in Series
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Karen's Roller Skates

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

A young girl named Karen Brewer breaks her wrist while trying to perform a roller-skating trick and must navigate the challenges of recovery.

#3
Karen's Worst Day
#3 in Series
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Karen's Worst Day

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

A string of bad luck turns Karen's day upside down. Can she turn it around?

#5
Karen's School Picture
#5 in Series
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Karen's School Picture

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

A young girl navigates the challenges of wearing glasses for the first time, while dealing with a classmate who teases her and her own insecurities about her appearance.

#6
Karen's Little Sister
#6 in Series
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Karen's Little Sister

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

Karen feels left out when baby Emily arrives, but a family crisis changes everything.

#7
Karen's Birthday
#7 in Series
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Karen's Birthday

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

Karen wants one birthday party with her whole family. Will her wish come true?

#8
Karen's Haircut
#8 in Series
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Karen's Haircut

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

A young girl navigates the challenges of growing up and finding her place in the world

#9
Karen's Sleepover
#9 in Series
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Karen's Sleepover

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

Karen's sleepover turns sour after a fight. Can she save the night?

#10
Karen's Grandmothers
#10 in Series
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Karen's Grandmothers

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

A young girl adopts a grandmother through a school program and learns about the importance of intergenerational relationships.

#11
Karen's Prize
#11 in Series
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Karen's Prize

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

A young spelling champion faces backlash from friends who think she's a show-off.

#12
Karen's Ghost
#12 in Series
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Karen's Ghost

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2023

A ghostly birthday party in the attic turns Halloween into a night of surprises.

#13
Karen's Surprise
#13 in Series
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Karen's Surprise

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2023

Karen's turkey role in the play seems dull, but her surprise steals the show.

#14
Karen's New Year
#14 in Series
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Karen's New Year

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2023

Karen's New Year's promises unravel as friends break theirs. Why is she the only one keeping them?

#15
Karen's in Love
#15 in Series
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Karen's in Love

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2024

Childhood friends face a playful feud. Will they reconcile or part ways?

#16
Karen's Goldfish
#16 in Series
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Karen's Goldfish

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2025

Karen's goldfish falls ill, but a mysterious neighbor might have the cure.

#17
Karen's Brothers
#17 in Series
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Karen's Brothers

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1991

A girl vows silence against boys to teach her brothers fairness.

#18
Karen's Home Run
#18 in Series
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Karen's Home Run

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2025

Karen's home run glory turns to a strikeout curse. Can she reclaim her swing?

#39
Karen's Wedding
#39 in Series
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$350

Karen's Wedding

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1993

A little girl becomes a flower girl, but will everything go as planned?

#45
Karen's Twin
#45 in Series
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Karen's Twin

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1994

Two friends' twin act leads to unexpected tension.

Companion series

The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novel Series

20 books · Published 2006–2026

#7
Boy-Crazy Stacey (Graphic Novel)
#7 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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Boy-Crazy Stacey (Graphic Novel)

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

A young girl spends her summer at the beach with her friends and family, learning valuable lessons about responsibility, friendship, and first love.

Companion series

Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphic Novel Series

14 books · Published 2019–2026

#5
Karen's School Picture (Graphic Novel)
#5 in Series
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Karen's School Picture (Graphic Novel)

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

A young girl navigates the challenges of wearing glasses for the first time, including teasing from her classmates and self-consciousness about her appearance.

#6
Karen's Birthday (Graphic Novel)
#6 in Series
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Karen's Birthday (Graphic Novel)

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2023

A young girl navigates her parents' divorce and her own birthday wishes, seeking a way to bring her two families together

#10
Karen's Prize (Graphic Novel)
#10 in Series
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Karen's Prize (Graphic Novel)

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2025

Karen's spelling success leads to TV fame, but her friends see her as a show-off. Can she balance ambition and friendship?

Companion series

The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Series

4 books · Published 1988–1998

#2
Baby-Sitters' Summer Vacation
#2 in Series
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Baby-Sitters' Summer Vacation

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1989

Counselors-in-training face unexpected challenges at summer camp. Will they survive the wilderness and their own adventures?

Companion series

The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novel Super Special Series

1 book · Published 2026

Companion series

The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries Series

2 books · Published 1995–2027

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Baby-Sitters Club series?

There are 40 books in the Baby-Sitters Club series. It began with Kristy's Great Idea in 1986, and the newest book, Kristy's Mystery Admirer, was published in 1990.

What order should you read the Baby-Sitters Club books in?

Start with Kristy's Great Idea and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #40.

What ages are the Baby-Sitters Club books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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