The Baby-Sitters Club Claudia and the New Girl

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This lively graphic-novel adaptation gives Claudia’s creativity plenty of space to shine while exploring the tricky balance between artistic ambition, friendship and belonging. We enjoy its colourful artwork, strong character relationships and honest look at how friends can behave badly when they feel left out. Suitable for readers aged 8–13, it may also prompt helpful conversations about peer pressure, loyalty and making room for more than one friendship.

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What is The Baby-Sitters Club Claudia and the New Girl about?

Claudia, known for her creativity, meets Ashley Wyeth, an eccentric and talented new student. Ashley believes Claudia should focus solely on her art, leading Claudia to question her commitment to the Baby- Sitters Club. As Claudia spends more time with Ashley and misses club meetings, she faces a tough decision: pursue her artistic passion exclusively or remain loyal to her friends in the club.

About the author

Ann M. Martin is a well-loved author from America, best known for creating The Baby-Sitters Club series. Her stories are full of friendship, fun, and everyday adventures. Ann grew up loving books and animals, and she enjoys writing stories that inspire children to read, imagine, and care for others.

Discussion ideas around The Baby-Sitters Club Claudia and the New Girl

Art and ambition: Why does Ashley think Claudia should give more time to her art, and what do you think Claudia gains and loses when she follows that advice?

Friendship and jealousy: How do the Baby-Sitters react when Claudia spends time with Ashley, and what might their behaviour show about jealousy or fear of being left out?

Being yourself: Ashley is described as unusual and eccentric. How does the story show the difference between being confidently different and treating other people unfairly?

Balancing commitments: Claudia cares about both her art and the Baby-sitters Club. What advice would you give her about managing different interests and responsibilities?

Making up after conflict: What could the characters do to repair their friendships after their arguments, and which apologies or changes would feel most convincing?