The Babysitters ClubSeries 2-14 Like New Books

The Baby-Sitters Club is a popular children's novel series created by Ann M. Martin, which follows a group of friends in Stoneybrook, Connecticut, who run a babysitting business. The series deals with themes of friendship, family, and growing up. The books center on the adventures and challenges of a group of middle school girls who form a babysitting club to earn money and spend time together. The core group includes Kristy Thomas (founder and president), Mary Anne Spier (secretary), Claudia Kishi (vice-president), and Stacey McGill (treasurer). Other members, like Dawn Schafer, join later in the series. The novels address relatable issues for young readers, such as friendship, family dynamics, illness, divorce, and moving. The books are told in a first-person narrative, with each chapter often focusing on a different character's perspective. The books are recommended for ages 8-12