42 pages • 1 hour read
Ann M. MartinKristy's Great Idea
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1986A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Kristy's Great Idea, Kristy Thomas and her friends form the Baby-Sitters Club to help parents find sitters easily. As they organize the club, Kristy deals with her mother’s new relationship and the changes it brings to her family. Throughout the story, the girls learn about friendship, teamwork, and personal growth through their babysitting experiences. Sensitive topics in this book include coping with familial changes and navigating divorced or single-parent households.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Kristy's Great Idea by Ann M. Martin is often praised for its relatable characters and engaging depiction of friendship and entrepreneurship. Readers appreciate the story’s realistic portrayal of pre-teen issues but some find the plot predictable and dialogue somewhat dated. Overall, it’s a nostalgic read that resonates well with its target age group.
Who Should Read Kristy's Great Idea?
Fans of Kristy's Great Idea by Ann M. Martin are likely preteen readers who enjoy realistic fiction centered around friendship, family, and entrepreneurship. This book will appeal to readers who loved Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary and Judy Moody by Megan McDonald for their relatable, character-driven narratives.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Children's Literature
Relationships: Friendship
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth