The Baby-Sitters Club #1: Kristy's Great Idea (Graphic Novel)

Ann M. Martin & Raina Telgemeier

What's The Story?

The Baby-Sitters Club is back, and it’s got a brand-new look! One of the most influential series of the past few decades has been transformed into a graphic novel format, reimagined by some of today’s most celebrated children's illustrators. At the forefront of this adaptation is the brilliant Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Times bestselling, Eisner Award-winning author of Smile. Telgemeier brings her signature style to The Baby-Sitters Club, capturing all the heart and humor of the original books with fresh, lively illustrations.

In this graphic adaptation of Kristy’s Great Idea, readers meet Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey, four friends who are navigating the ups and downs of running a baby-sitting business. From cranky toddlers to strict parents—and even the occasional prank call—these girls are ready to tackle it all. But beyond the babysitting challenges, there’s friendship at the core, making this graphic novel a fun and relatable read for a new generation of fans. Whether you're a seasoned BSC reader or a newcomer, this graphic novel is a charming introduction to the beloved series

Awards

Awards

  • Children's Book Council Children's Favorites Award, 2016
  • Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Great Graphic Novel for Teens, 2007

Editorials

Editorials

New York Times Bestselling Series

USA 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

About the Author

About the Authors

Raina Telgemeier is the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award–winning creator ofSmile,Sisters, andGuts, which are all graphic memoirs based on her childhood. She is also the creator of Drama and Ghosts, and is the adapter and illustrator of the first four Baby-sitters Club graphic novels. Facing Feelings: Inside the World of Raina Telgemeier is based on an exhibition that was held at The Ohio State University's Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum. Raina lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more, visit her online at goraina.com.

Ann M. Martin is the creator of The Baby-sitters Club, which has more than 190 million books in print, making it one of the most popular series in the history of publishing. Her novels include A Corner of the Universe (a Newbery Honor Book), Belle Teal, Here Today, A Dog's Life, On Christmas Eve, and the Main Street and Family Tree series, as well as the much-loved collaborations P.S. Longer Letter Later and Snail Mail No More with Paula Danziger. Ann lives in upstate New York.
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Genre:

  • Graphic Novels
  • Realistic Fiction

Diverse Voices:

Curricular Connection:

  • English Language Arts

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