The Baby-Sitters Club Books in Order
Ann M. Martin's long-running middle-grade series following a group of friends in Stoneybrook, Connecticut, who run a neighborhood babysitting business while navigating friendship, family, and growing up. The original run spans 131 numbered novels (1986-1999), supplemented by Super Specials, Mysteries, and the Friends Forever follow-up.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1986 · Ann M. Martin
Twelve-year-old Kristy Thomas hatches a plan to start a babysitting business with her friends, so that parents can reach several reliable sitters…
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Buy on AmazonClaudia and the Phantom Phone Calls
1986 · Ann M. Martin
Claudia is babysitting alone one evening when she starts getting eerie, anonymous phone calls and feels certain someone is watching the house.…
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Buy on Amazon1986 · Ann M. Martin
Stacey is tired of hiding the truth about her diabetes from her new friends, while her overprotective parents drag her to doctor after doctor hunting…
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1987 · Ann M. Martin
After a big fight splits the club, shy Mary Anne finds herself sitting alone at lunch and forced to speak up for herself for the first time. When a…
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Buy on Amazon1987 · Ann M. Martin
Newcomer Dawn Schafer, fresh from California, joins the club and takes on a tough job watching the three rambunctious Barrett children, whose…
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Buy on AmazonKristy's Big Day (The Baby-Sitters Club #6)
1987 · Ann M. Martin
When Kristy's mother announces a sudden wedding to wealthy Watson Brewer, the whole club pitches in to organize a giant babysitting operation for the…
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Buy on Amazon1987 · Ann M. Martin
Claudia struggles with feeling overshadowed by her brilliant older sister, Janine, whose constant correcting drives her crazy. When a sudden family…
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Stacey and Mary Anne spend a few weeks at the Jersey shore babysitting for the Pike family on their summer vacation. There Stacey develops a serious…
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Buy on AmazonThe Ghost at Dawn's house. (Baby-Sitters Club no.09)
1988 · Ann M. Martin
Dawn becomes convinced that her old farmhouse, which dates back to the Revolutionary War, is haunted, especially after she discovers a hidden passage…
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Buy on Amazon1988 · Ann M. Martin
A cute new boy named Logan Bruno, who sounds just like a soap-opera star to Mary Anne, joins her class and even tries out as a club babysitter. As…
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Buy on Amazon1988 · Ann M. Martin
After moving into Watson's mansion, Kristy clashes with the snooty rich girls in her new neighborhood who look down on her. She also takes on a…
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1988 · Ann M. Martin
A talented new student named Ashley admires Claudia's artwork and convinces her that real artists shouldn't waste time on babysitting or ordinary…
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Buy on AmazonGood-bye Stacey, good-bye. (Baby-Sitters Club no.013)
1988 · Ann M. Martin
Stacey gets the heartbreaking news that her family is moving back to New York City, leaving the club one member short. As her friends plan a…
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Buy on Amazon1988 · Ann M. Martin
Eleven-year-old Mallory Pike, who has often been babysat by the club, dreams of joining as a member but first has to pass a tough test. Feeling too…
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Buy on AmazonLittle Miss Stoneybrook...and Dawn
1988 · Ann M. Martin
Several of the kids the club sits for enter the Little Miss Stoneybrook beauty pageant, and the babysitters get roped into coaching them. As the…
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Buy on AmazonJessi's secret language. (Baby-Sitters Club no.016)
1988 · Ann M. Martin
Jessi takes on a sitting job for Matt Braddock, a boy who is deaf and communicates using sign language. Eager to connect with him, she learns to sign…
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Buy on Amazon1988 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne receives a mysterious chain letter and a string of bad luck convinces her she's been cursed, especially with a frightening Halloween…
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Buy on AmazonStacey's Mistake (The Baby-Sitters Club #18)
1988 · Ann M. Martin
Stacey returns to New York City and invites her Stoneybrook friends to visit for a weekend, hoping to show off her glamorous city life. But her…
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Buy on Amazon1988 · Ann M. Martin
A practical joker named Betsy loves pulling pranks on her babysitters, and Claudia ends up the target of her tricks. When one of Betsy's jokes goes…
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Buy on AmazonKristy and the Walking Disaster
1989 · Ann M. Martin
Kristy starts up a softball team for the little kids she and the club babysit, calling them Kristy's Krushers. As she coaches the ragtag group toward…
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Buy on AmazonMallory and the trouble with twins
1989 · Ann M. Martin
Mallory takes a job sitting for snobby new neighbors and their identical eight-year-old twin daughters, who play tricks by swapping identities.…
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Buy on Amazon1989 · Ann M. Martin
When the club gets busy, Jessi steps up to take on extra jobs, including caring for a houseful of pets while a family is away. The animal-sitting…
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Buy on Amazon1989 · Ann M. Martin
Dawn travels back to California to visit her father and brother, and finds herself tempted by the laid-back beach lifestyle she left behind. As she…
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Buy on AmazonKristy and the mother's day surprise. (Baby-Sitters Club no.024)
1989 · Ann M. Martin
Kristy organizes a Mother's Day plan in which the club watches all their charges' younger siblings so the moms can have a day off. Things get…
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Buy on AmazonMary Anne and the search for Tigger. (Baby-Sitters Club no.025)
1989 · Ann M. Martin
When Mary Anne's beloved kitten Tigger disappears, she's devastated and convinced he's been stolen. The whole club bands together to search the…
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Buy on Amazon1989 · Ann M. Martin
Claudia grows close to the Newton family's elderly grandmother, Mimi-like figure, as she copes with the declining health of her own beloved…
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Buy on AmazonJessi and the Superbrat (The Baby-Sitters Club #27)
1989 · Ann M. Martin
Jessi lands a babysitting job for the spoiled younger brother of a famous child television star, and the bratty boy makes her life miserable. She…
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Buy on AmazonWelcome Back, Stacey (The Baby-Sitters Club #28)
1989 · Ann M. Martin
Stacey's parents separate, and she chooses to move back to Stoneybrook with her mother, rejoining the club she had to leave. As she settles back into…
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Buy on Amazon1989 · Ann M. Martin
While babysitting, Mallory discovers an old diary hidden in the Stoneybrook house, hinting at a century-old family scandal and a possible buried…
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Buy on Amazon1992 · Ann M. Martin
In this Little Sister story, six-year-old Karen Brewer is determined to learn how to do a cartwheel like the bigger kids. With practice and a lot of…
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In this mystery, Stacey takes a job at a department store and gets caught up in the world of a teen modeling contest. When sabotage and suspicious…
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Buy on AmazonMary Anne and the great romance
1990 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne is thrilled when her widowed father and Dawn's divorced mother, who were high-school sweethearts, rekindle their old romance. As wedding…
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Buy on AmazonBabysitter's - Little Sister #30 Karen's Kittens
1992 · Ann M. Martin
In this Little Sister adventure, Karen is overjoyed when a stray cat has a litter of kittens, and she's desperate to keep them all. She has to find…
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In this mystery, Kristy and the club accompany a group on a special vacation aboard a restored old-fashioned train. When valuables go missing and a…
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Now that their parents are married, Mary Anne and Dawn become stepsisters sharing a house, but living together turns out to be harder than they…
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In this Little Sister story, Karen is being picked on by a neighborhood bully who teases and threatens her. With help from her family, Karen tries to…
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Buy on AmazonKristy and the secret of Susan
1990 · Ann M. Martin
Kristy babysits for Susan, an autistic girl with extraordinary musical and memory talents who attends a special school. Convinced she can help Susan…
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Buy on Amazon1992 · Ann M. Martin
In this Little Sister tale, Karen looks forward to a class trip to a pumpkin patch and the fun of picking the perfect pumpkin for Halloween. The…
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While digging through old family records, Claudia stumbles on a clue suggesting she might have been adopted and sets out to learn the truth about her…
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In this Little Sister book, Karen learns a secret and struggles with whether and how to keep it. The story follows her as she figures out what to do…
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In this Little Sister story, Karen sets up a hospital for her dolls and stuffed animals to fix the ones that are broken or worn out. She plays nurse…
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Buy on Amazon1990 · Ann M. Martin
Jessi feels insulted when the Braddock children's parents hire her to babysit kids who are nearly her own age, treating her like she's not grown up.…
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In this Super Special, the club and many of their charges head off to summer camp, where they swim, hike, and have adventures away from home. Told…
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Dawn develops a crush on an older boy who seems to like her back, and she's flattered by the attention. But as the relationship moves faster than…
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In this Little Sister story, Karen takes up playing the tuba, an instrument almost as big as she is. She practices hard and works toward performing,…
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Buy on AmazonKristy's Mystery Admirer (The Baby-Sitters Club #38)
1990 · Ann M. Martin
While Kristy is away at summer camp, she starts receiving anonymous love notes from a secret admirer, which is flattering at first but soon turns…
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When Mr. Pike loses his job, money becomes tight for Mallory's large family, and she feels the strain of cutting back on everything. Embarrassed and…
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In this Little Sister tale, Karen decides to start her own neighborhood newspaper, eager to report all the local news. She chases stories and learns…
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Buy on AmazonMary Anne vs. Logan. (Baby-Sitters Club no.041)
1987 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne and Logan's relationship hits rocky ground when she feels he's too bossy and demanding, both as her boyfriend and as a fellow babysitter.…
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In this Little Sister story, Karen is excited and a little nervous about events at school. The book follows her through the ups and downs of her…
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Buy on AmazonJessi and the dance school phantom
1991 · Ann M. Martin
In this mystery, Jessi is busy with a big dance recital when strange accidents and spooky happenings start plaguing the dance school. Convinced a…
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In this Little Sister book, Karen plans an exciting pizza party. The story follows the fun and small complications of getting everything ready for…
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Buy on AmazonStacey's emergency. (Baby-Sitters Club no.043)
1991 · Ann M. Martin
Stacey's diabetes lands her in the hospital after she neglects her health, frightening her friends and family. As her parents fight over her care…
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In this Little Sister story, Karen gets a toothache and has to face a trip to the dentist, which makes her nervous. The book follows her worries and…
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In this Super Special, the club organizes an enormous sleepover at the school when a snowstorm and other circumstances bring a crowd of kids…
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In this Little Sister story, Karen is thrilled to be invited on a special big weekend trip. The book follows her excitement and the adventures that…
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Buy on AmazonKristy and the Baby Parade. (Baby-Sitters Club no.045)
1991 · Ann M. Martin
Kristy and the club get involved in organizing and decorating floats for a local baby parade, watching over the little ones taking part. Amid the…
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Buy on Amazon1994 · Ann M. Martin
In this Little Sister book, Karen wishes she had a twin and the story explores her feelings about wanting someone exactly like herself. The book…
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Buy on AmazonMary Anne misses Logan. (Baby-Sitters Club no.046)
1991 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne and Logan are broken up, and Mary Anne misses him terribly even though she ended things to gain her independence. As she sorts out her…
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Buy on AmazonJessi's wish. (Baby-Siters Club no.048)
1991 · Ann M. Martin
Jessi babysits for Danielle, a girl undergoing treatment for cancer, and is moved by her courage. Inspired to help, Jessi works on a special wish…
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Buy on AmazonClaudia and the Genius of Elm Street
1991 · Ann M. Martin
Claudia befriends Jannie, a brilliant young girl living on her street, and the two form an unlikely friendship as Claudia helps Jannie navigate…
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Dawn becomes nervous and excited when she goes on her first real date, turning to her BSC friends for advice and support as she navigates this new…
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Karen becomes enchanted when the circus comes to town, and she throws herself into the excitement, making new friends and experiencing the wonder of…
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Buy on Amazon1992 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne takes on multiple babysitting jobs at once and finds herself overwhelmed managing the chaos of caring for numerous children simultaneously.
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Karen starts a candy business venture, learning about entrepreneurship, customer service, and the challenges of running her own small enterprise.
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Karen receives ice skates and becomes determined to learn how to skate, persisting through falls and frustration to master this new winter skill.
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Karen discovers a mysterious happening at her school and sets out to solve the mystery, using her detective skills to uncover the truth.
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Karen celebrates St. Patrick's Day and becomes fascinated by Irish traditions, leading her on adventures as she searches for a leprechaun.
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Buy on Amazon1992 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne gets a makeover that gives her a fresh new look and helps build her confidence, allowing her to see herself in a new light.
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Kristy encounters a difficult child who seems to be the most misbehaved kid she's ever babysat, testing her problem-solving skills and patience.
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Karen gets a new bicycle and struggles with learning to ride it, eventually overcoming her fears and mastering this important childhood milestone.
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Buy on AmazonDawn's Family Feud (The Baby-Sitters Club #64)
1993 · Ann M. Martin
Dawn's parents have conflicting wishes about the holidays, creating family tension that Dawn must navigate while supporting both sides.
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Karen opens a lemonade stand and discovers the entrepreneurial lessons of pricing, marketing, and customer satisfaction.
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Stacey develops a crush on someone and navigates the confusing emotions and social complications that come with teenage romance.
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Dawn faces the reality of moving to a new place, saying goodbye to friends and family while adjusting to life in her new home.
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Jessi encounters a babysitter who behaves badly, creating problems and challenges that Jessi must address and solve.
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Karen takes on an angelic persona or becomes fascinated by angels, exploring themes of goodness and how to be kind to others.
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Buy on AmazonGet Well Soon, Mallory! (The Baby-Sitters Club #69)
1993 · Ann M. Martin
Mallory becomes ill and her friends rally to support her while she recovers, showing the importance of friendship during difficult times.
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Buy on Amazon1995 · Ann M. Martin
Karen reflects on her older sister Kristy and their sibling relationship, celebrating and understanding what it means to be a little sister.
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Buy on AmazonClaudia and the Perfect Boy (The Baby-Sitters Club #71)
1994 · Ann M. Martin
Claudia meets a boy she's attracted to and explores what it means to have her first crush and navigate teenage romance.
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Buy on AmazonDawn and the We Love Kids Club
1994 · Ann M. Martin
Dawn establishes a rival club for kids who love babysitters and childcare, creating competition and new challenges for the BSC.
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Buy on Amazon1994 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne encounters a snobbish or overly proper child and must find ways to connect with and manage this difficult personality.
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Kristy discovers someone imitating her ideas or style and must confront this situation while protecting her original work.
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Karen becomes involved with a mysterious happening at her softball games and sets out to solve the puzzling situation.
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Buy on Amazon1994 · Ann M. Martin
Jessi pulls a prank or becomes the victim of one, leading to consequences and lessons about the line between fun and going too far.
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Buy on AmazonDawn and Whitney, Friends Forever
1994 · Ann M. Martin
Dawn forms a special friendship with Whitney, celebrating what it means to be best friends and navigating the ups and downs of close relationships.
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Claudia deals with her friend Peaches and the crazy situations that ensue, learning about friendship and acceptance.
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Mary Anne breaks one of the rules she's supposed to follow and must face the consequences of her rebellion.
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Karen becomes obsessed with finding or creating the perfect Christmas tree, experiencing the magic and challenges of holiday traditions.
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Kristy encounters a father who becomes the primary childcare provider, learning about changing family roles and non-traditional parenting.
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Jessi babysits for a child who causes trouble or creates challenges, testing her skills as a caregiver.
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Stacey finds herself at odds with the rest of the Baby-Sitters Club, creating conflict and tension within the group.
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Karen attends pony camp where she learns about horses and horsemanship while experiencing camp adventures.
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Karen explores a supposedly haunted house, confronting her fears as she investigates whether the spooky rumors are real.
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Buy on AmazonMary Anne and the Memory Garden
1995 · Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne creates a memory garden as a way to honor and remember meaningful moments and people in her life.
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Dawn struggles with the complexity of having too many people involved in babysitting situations, creating confusion and complications.
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Buy on AmazonKristy's worst idea. (Baby-Sitters Club no.100)
1996 · Ann M. Martin
Kristy comes up with what seems like her worst idea yet, learning lessons about thinking before acting on her impulses.
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Karen writes or completes a book project, exploring her creativity and finding her voice as a writer.
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Stacey discovers or develops her mathematical talents, using her numerical skills to solve problems.
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Karen's family hires a nanny, forcing Karen to adjust to having another adult in her household and learning to share caregiving duties.
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Buy on AmazonClaudia, queen of the seventh grade
1997 · Ann M. Martin
Claudia navigates the challenges of seventh grade while establishing herself as a confident and unique queen of her class.
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Karen encounters someone who imitates her style or personality, requiring her to confront the copycat and assert her individuality.
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Mallory faces a difficult situation but refuses to give up, discovering her inner strength and persistence.
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Karen participates in field day competitions at school, experiencing the fun and challenges of organized athletic events.
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Mary Anne steps in to help someone in need, showcasing her caring nature and ability to make a difference.
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Karen prepares for and participates in a show and tell activity at school, learning about sharing and presentation skills.
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Abby encounters a situation that challenges her athletic abilities or competitive spirit, forcing her to reconsider her approach to sports.
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Karen participates in a swim meet, experiencing the excitement and pressure of organized competitive swimming.
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Stacey discovers a hidden or secret friend, exploring themes of loyalty and unexpected connections.
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Karen takes on a spy mission or mystery, using her investigative skills to uncover secrets and hidden information.
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Karen and her family face a hurricane, learning about safety, preparation, and how to stay calm during natural disasters.
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Karen's turkey causes chaos or goes missing during the holiday season, creating comedic complications around Thanksgiving.
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Karen focuses on reindeer and Christmas traditions, celebrating the magic and wonder of the holiday season.
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Karen makes a mistake and must face its consequences, learning valuable lessons about responsibility and forgiveness.
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Karen learns to figure skate or ice skate, building her skills and confidence in this winter activity.
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Karen plays with a yo-yo and becomes fascinated by learning tricks, exploring this classic childhood toy.
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Karen participates in an Easter parade, celebrating the holiday with costumes, activities, and spring traditions.
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Karen develops an interest in cowboys or the Wild West, immersing herself in cowboy culture and imagination.
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Stacey plays matchmaker, attempting to pair up people in her life while learning about relationships and compatibility.
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Mallory reinvents herself and discovers a new version of who she is, gaining confidence in her transformed identity.
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Abby faces Valentine's Day without a romantic date, discovering that friendship and self-love matter more than romantic relationships.
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Claudia encounters a child who lies constantly, forcing her to uncover the truth while understanding why the child might be dishonest.
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Kristy plays baseball or explores her athletic abilities, discovering new strengths and teamwork through sports.
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Stacey participates in or helps make a movie, exploring filmmaking and the entertainment industry.
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A fire breaks out at Mary Anne's house, creating a dangerous emergency that tests everyone's response and safety awareness.
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Companion & related books
Short-story collections and companion titles in this series.
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Baby sitters club Kristy's big day
1988 · Ann M. Martin
Kristy experiences a significant day that marks an important turning point or major event in her life.
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The Baby-Sitters Club goes on a boat adventure, experiencing the excitement and challenges of traveling together at sea.
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Claudia meets a new girl and forms a friendship, exploring how new relationships develop and enrich her life.
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Buy on AmazonClaudia's Friend (The Baby-Sitters Club #63)
1988 · Ann M. Martin
Claudia develops or deepens a friendship with another character, celebrating the bonds of friendship.
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The Baby-Sitters Club enjoys a summer vacation with beach activities, swimming, and seasonal adventures.
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The Baby-Sitters Club takes a winter vacation together, experiencing snow-filled adventures and bonding activities.
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Karen is introduced as Kristy's little sister, establishing her character and her special role in the BSC universe.
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Buy on AmazonBaby-Sitters' island adventure. (Baby-Sitters Club SUPER SPECIAL no.4)
1990 · Ann M. Martin
The Baby-Sitters Club embarks on an island adventure with obstacles, mysteries, and shared experiences.
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The Baby-Sitters Club travels to California for an adventure, experiencing the excitement of a vacation in a new state.
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Karen spends time with her grandmothers, celebrating the intergenerational relationships and wisdom they provide.
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Karen gets a haircut that changes her appearance, navigating her feelings about her new look.
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Mary Anne juggles multiple romantic interests, learning about relationships and discovering her own preferences.
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Buy on AmazonStacey and the Mystery of Stoneybrook
1990 · Ann M. Martin
The Baby-Sitters Club investigates a mystery involving a mysterious place or object at Stoneybrook.
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Dawn faces threats or warnings and must respond to mysterious messages or concerning situations.
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Buy on AmazonClaudia and the middle school mystery. (Baby-Sitters Club no.040)
1991 · Ann M. Martin
The Baby-Sitters Club uncovers a mystery happening at middle school, investigating strange occurrences at their school.
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Karen takes an airplane trip, experiencing the adventure and challenges of air travel.
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Karen hosts a sleepover with friends, navigating the fun, drama, and excitement of a pajama party.
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Mallory goes on strike against her family or friends, protesting unfair treatment and standing up for herself.
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The Baby-Sitters Club travels to New York City for an urban adventure filled with sightseeing and excitement.
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A secret diary collection offering personal insights and private thoughts from Baby-Sitters Club members.
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the The Baby-Sitters Club books in?
Publication order — Publication order — the order in which the books were first published. This is the standard, most widely recommended way to read the series. Start with “Kristy's Great Idea.”
How many books are in the The Baby-Sitters Club series?
We list 125 books by Ann M. Martin , published between 1986–2000.
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