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Mary Anne Breaks the Rules

Mary Anne Breaks the Rules

The Baby-Sitters Club, 1994 by Ann M. Martin

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Description

Mary Anne agrees to do some housework for Mrs. Towne, an elderly neighbor who had recently been sick. Mrs. Towne's grandchildren, Amelia and Susan, come to stay with her and Mary Anne is asked to help care for them too. But the girls turn out to be a handful, and Mary Anne learns about the challenges and rewards of caregiving.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
134 pages
Book in series
#37

Why to read

  • Learn about the challenges and rewards of care-giving
  • Explore themes of Friendship, Responsibility, Empathy, Helping Others, and Compassion
  • Experience the camaraderie and dynamics of The Baby-sitters Club
  • Understand the value of patience, perseverance, and problem-solving