The Babysitters Club Books In Order: A Guide To Reading The Series
The Babysitters Club series by Ann M. Martin is one of the most beloved book series of all time. From 1986 to 2000, the series spanned 131 books and has sold over 180 million copies worldwide. The books follow the adventures of five best friends—Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, Stacey, and Dawn—as they start a babysitting business in the fictional town of Stoneybrook, Connecticut.
The Babysitters Club series has something for everyone—from young readers just starting out to those looking to re-read the series. If you’re looking to read the series in order, this guide will help you find the right place to start.
The Original Series
The original series consists of 131 books and follows the adventures of the five original members of the Babysitters Club. The books are organized into four different sub-series: The Baby-Sitters Club, The Baby-Sitters Club Super Specials, The Baby-Sitters Little Sister, and The Baby-Sitters Club Mystery.
The Baby-Sitters Club
The Baby-Sitters Club series consists of the first 60 books in the series. The books follow the five original members of the Babysitters Club as they start their business, deal with family issues, and navigate the ups and downs of middle school. The books in this series are numbered 1-61, with the exception of book #13, which was never published.
The Baby-Sitters Club Super Specials
The Baby-Sitters Club Super Specials are a series of 12 books that focus on longer stories and adventures. These books feature the five original members of the Babysitters Club, as well as some new characters. The books in this series are numbered 62-73.
The Baby-Sitters Little Sister
The Baby-Sitters Little Sister series follows the adventures of Kristy’s younger sister, Karen. The series consists of 63 books and follows Karen as she grows up and deals with the same issues her older sister did. The books in this series are numbered 74-136.
The Baby-Sitters Club Mystery
The Baby-Sitters Club Mystery series consists of 6 books and follows the original five members of the Babysitters Club as they solve mysteries. The books in this series are numbered 137-142.
The Graphic Novels
The Babysitters Club Graphic Novels are a series of 12 graphic novels based on the original series. The books feature the same characters and stories, but are told in a new, graphic novel format. The books in this series are numbered 143-154.
The Reboot Series
The Babysitters Club Reboot series is a reboot of the original series. The books follow the adventures of the same five characters, but are set in modern day. The series consists of 8 books and is numbered 155-162.
Other Books in the Series
In addition to the books listed above, there are several other books in the series. These include special editions, collections, and other non-canon books. Below is a list of all the other books in the series.
- The Baby-Sitters Club Special Edition: Kristy’s Big Day (Book #1-A)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Friends Forever Collection (Books #1-4)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Mystery Collection (Books #5-8)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Collection (Books #9-12)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Collection (Books #13-16)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Summer Adventure Collection (Books #17-20)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Collection (Books #21-24)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Step Into Reading Collection (Books #25-28)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Mystery Collection (Books #29-32)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Mystery Collection (Books #33-36)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Summer Adventure Collection (Books #37-40)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Step Into Reading Collection (Books #41-44)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #45-48)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #49-52)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #53-56)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #57-60)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #61-64)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #65-68)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Summer Adventure Step Into Reading Collection (Books #69-72)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #73-76)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #77-80)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #81-84)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Summer Adventure Step Into Reading Collection (Books #85-88)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #89-92)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #93-96)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #97-100)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #101-104)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Summer Adventure Step Into Reading Collection (Books #105-108)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #109-112)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #113-116)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #117-120)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #121-124)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #125-128)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Special Mystery Step Into Reading Collection (Books #129-132)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Little Sister Super Summer Adventure Step Into Reading Collection (Books #133-136)
- The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special Step Into Reading Collection (Books #137-140)
Conclusion
The Babysitters Club series is a beloved classic that has stood the test of time. Whether you’re a young reader just starting out or an adult looking to re-read the series, this guide will help you find the right place to start. So grab your copy of the books and get ready to join the Babysitters Club!