A graphic novel adapted and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile!Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-sitters Club. Whatever comes up -- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls -- you can count on them to save the day. Baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.
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Kristy's Great Idea: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club #1)
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Kristy's Great Idea is a well-received graphic novel by Raina Telgemeier, praised for its engaging storyline, appealing graphics, and relatable characters. It is considered an excellent choice for young readers, particularly those who are fluent readers.
"Excellent graphic novels for fluent reader in grade 2" — Ainsleys
"Great book series for young readers." — Lisa
"My daughter loves the babysitters club books and tv series" — Jenny
Reviews
Love this series
"Purchased this book for my nieces birthday. Love the theme and storyline for young girls. It’s a simple way to get young girls into reading due to graphic novel. As an avid reader it’s my hope this will creat and inspire a new and up and coming reader in our family"
— Bwich (5/5)
Beautiful book
"Great mix of friendship and loyalty perfect for all ages"
— Rosa (5/5)
Cute read - small fonts
"Really cute story! My daughter really enjoyed the pictures and the story. Font is quite small though"
— T. M. (4/5)
Fun for ALL
"My 9 year old is obsessed with these, and keeps asking for more :)"
— Trinity (5/5)
Great book for new readers
"Daughter loved this book, it was easy for her to read and loved the graphics throughout the book."
— Hturn (5/5)
great book
"child loves the series, but may be a little too mature for 9 year olds."
— Tina (5/5)
Great for young girls
"My daughter really enjoys these books. They are part of what got her into reading!"
— Quis (5/5)
Brings back memories
"Bought this as a birthday gift for a 9 year old girl. She was over the moon when she opened it. I was pleasantly surprised because you never know how kids will react to books these days. I loved the Baby-Sitters Club when I was a kid. Happy to pass it along!"
— Crystal (5/5)
Baby Sitters Club
"My granddaughter who is 8 years old said she didn't like the novel. She didn't really give a definite reason."
— Pa 6. (2/5)
fun title
"a little smaller print but great spin on a classic"
— Nancy (5/5)
Q&A
Appropriate for: Ages 9-12 Years
Published date: Apr 04, 2023
Language: English
No. of Pages: 192
Publisher: Scholastic Canada Ltd
ISBN: 9781338888232
Dimensions:
5.537" W x
0.602" L x
8.005" H
Praise for the BSC Graphic Novels:New York Times Bestselling SeriesUSA Today Bestselling Series"The artist adds abundant energy to the pages and, largely through amusingly exaggerated facial expressions, ably captures each character's personality." -- Publishers Weekly"Crisp and spot on." -- Booklist"Unique and original." -- Voice of Youth Advocates
ANN M. MARTIN''S The Baby-Sitters Club series has over 176 million copies in print worldwide and inspired a generation of young readers. Her novels include the Main Street series, Belle Teal, the Newbery Honor book A Corner of the Universe, Here Today, A Dog''s Life, and On Christmas Eve; as well as the much-loved collaborations P.S. Longer Letter Later and Snail Mail, No More with Paula Danziger. She lives in upstate New York.
RAINA TELGEMEIER is the creator of Smile, a #1 New York Times bestseller, winner of the Will Eisner Award for Best Publication for Teens, and a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book. She is also the creator of Drama, a #1 New York Times bestseller and the recipient of a Stonewall Book Award Honor. Sisters, a companion to Smile, was published in August 2014. Raina also adapted and illustrated The Baby-Sitters Club graphic novels. She lives in Astoria, New York, with her husband, Dave Roman. To learn more, visit her online at www.goRaina.com.
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