The Baby-Sitters Club

160 primary works • 168 total works

Don't Give Up, Mallory

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 May 1997

Mal's thrilled with the subject of the new Short Takes class: Children's literature, her favorite! But when the course begins, she couldn't be more disappointed. It's all discussions and no writing, which she hates. When she does raise her hand, the teacher, Mr. Cobb, ignores her.

Mary Anne to the Rescue

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 June 1997

Life's been rough lately for Mary Anne. The members of the Baby-sitters Club are taking an intensive first aid class - and Mary Anne is scared to death. She's not sure she'll ever be prepared for a big emergency.

Kristy and the Sister War

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 October 1997

Claudia Makes Up Her Mind

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 November 1997

November is filled with excitement, surprises, and difficult choices for Claudia, Queen of the seventh grade... and no one can make her choices for her.

The Secret Life of Mary Anne Spier

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 December 1997

Jessi's Big Break

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 January 1998

Abby and the Best Kid Ever

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 February 1998

Everyone in the Baby-sitters Club remembers Lou MacNally as the worst kid ever. But now she's back and, to Abby's surprise, acting a little too perfect.

Claudia and the Terrible Truth

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 March 1998

In one of the strongest Baby-sitters Club books ever, the club must deal with a client who is abusive toward his children. Ann M. Martin addresses a difficult and important topic in her characteristic sensitive and informed style.

Kristy Thomas, Dog Trainer

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 April 1998

Kristy's newest sitting job is challenging. Ten-year-old Erin was recently blinded in an accident and is not ready to rely on people. At the same time, Kristy's family is training a puppy to be a guide dog.

Stacey's Ex-Boyfriend

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 May 1998

Stacey and Robert had a stormy breakup. Months later, Robert is moody and depressed, and the only person he'll talk to about it is Stacey.

Mary Anne and the Playground Fight

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 June 1998

Stoneybrook is going to have its own playground camp this summer, and six counseling jobs are up for grabs. When nine BSC members apply, the competition heats up to the boiling point!

Abby in Wonderland

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 August 1998

Kristy in Charge

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 September 1998

Stacey McGill Matchmaker #124

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 November 1998

Mary Anne in the Middle

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 December 1998

Poor Mary Anne! Being a good listener has really put her in a bind. Mallory has shared her worries, hopes, and even her final decision about boarding school with Mary Anne, rather than Jessi. Now Jessi's furious with Mal, and Mal's angry that Jessi doesn't understand. Mary Anne is caught right in the middle. Can she help smooth things out ... or is this the end of Mallory and Jessi's best friendship?

Abby's Un-Valentine

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 February 1999

Claudia and the Little Liar

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 March 1999

Kristy at Bat

by Ann M Martin and Stine Rl

Published 1 April 1999

Kristy's up for the best spring vacation ever -- a week of baseball with famous major leaguers at Bill Bain's Dream Cam Together with her stepdad, Kristy enjoys the all-star week of a lifetime.

Stacey's Movie

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 May 1999

The Fire at Mary Anne's House

by Ann M Martin

Published 1 June 1999

In-one of the most dramatic BSC storylines to date, Mary Anne and her family survive a raging fire that completely destroys their beloved old farmhouse.