The Baby-Sitters Club: Kristy’s Great Idea by Ann M. Martin

“Kristy’s Great Idea” is the first book in “The Baby-Sitters Club” series, written by Ann M. Martin. While Raina Telgemeier is a popular graphic novelist known for her graphic novel adaptations of “The Baby-Sitters Club” series, she did not write the original book, “Kristy’s Great Idea.” The book was originally published in 1986.

In “Kristy’s Great Idea,” the story revolves around a group of middle-school girls who form a babysitting business. The main character, Kristy Thomas, comes up with the idea to create the club as a way to help parents find reliable babysitters while earning money themselves. The book introduces the members of the club, including Mary Anne Spier, Claudia Kishi, and Stacey McGill.

The series focuses on the girls’ experiences in managing their babysitting business, navigating friendship dynamics, and dealing with personal challenges. Each book in the series typically features one of the club members as the main character, providing readers with insights into their individual lives and experiences.

Raina Telgemeier, as a graphic novelist, has adapted “The Baby-Sitters Club” series into a graphic novel format. Her adaptations bring the stories to life through illustrations, making the series accessible to new generations of readers..