Ages 8+1-min guideGraphic novelFriendshipFamily
Kristy’s Great Idea
by Ann M. Martin and Raina Telgemeier
Good fitA great fit for most kids 8 and up. A warm, funny story about friendship and starting a business. Divorce and a mom’s new fiancé are handled gently.
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What it’s about
Kristy’s mom can’t find a babysitter for Kristy’s little brother. That gives Kristy an idea: a babysitting club with Mary Anne, Claudia and Stacey. Parents call during club meetings to reach several sitters at once.
The ending
What might come up
Family changesA littleKristy’s dad left the family years ago. Her mom is now engaged to Watson.
Death and lossA littleMary Anne’s mom died when she was a baby. It is only mentioned.
Friendship conflictA littleThe friends have small fights, mostly over Stacey’s secret.
LanguageNone
RomanceA littleKristy’s mom gets engaged. Stacey and Kristy’s older brother Sam flirt a little.
Why kids like it
Four friends run their own business, with funny jobs like two huge dogs.
Free printable quiz
- 1Why does Kristy start the club?
- 2Who are the four friends who start the club?
- 3What is surprising about Kristy’s first job?
- 4What is Stacey’s secret?
Read it, then watch it
Read the book first, then watch it together and talk about what changed.
