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Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) — Content Guide for Parents

By Ann M. MartinScholastic Inc.2012-12-01ISBN 9780545535175160 pages
Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20)

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

The hit series is back, to charm and inspire another generation of baby-sitters!

They're lean, they're mean, they're the pride of Stoneybrook. Who are they? They're Kristy's Krushers!When Kristy sees how much her little brothers and sisters want to play on a softball team, she organizes a ragtag team of her own. They may not be champions, with Jackie Rodowsky, walking disaster, on the team, but at least they have team spirit!Now Bart's Bashers have challenged the Krushers to a game. The Bashers really are lean and mean . . . but the worst part of it all is that Kristy has a giant crush on the Basher's coach.The best friends you'll ever have--with classic BSC covers and a letter from Ann M. Martin!

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence detected in the search results. The content focuses on friendship and personal growth without any mention of violent themes. No scary content detected in the search results. The narrative is focused on relatable childhood experiences.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have violence?

    No violence detected in the search results. The content focuses on friendship and personal growth without any mention of violent themes.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have scary content?

    No scary content detected in the search results. The narrative is focused on relatable childhood experiences.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have racial/cultural content?

    While the series features characters of different ethnicities, race is not a central theme or plot element in the narrative.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results. The content is aimed at a middle-grade audience and maintains an appropriate tone.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have climate change?

    No climate-related themes or content detected in the search results.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content detected in the search results. The themes revolve around friendships and childhood experiences.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have gender roles?

    The story features strong female characters who take on leadership roles and engage in entrepreneurial activities, reflecting modern feminist themes. The characters navigate friendships and personal challenges, showcasing diverse interests and strengths.

  • Does Kristy and the Walking Disaster: Classic Edition (The Baby-Sitters Club #20) have lgbtq+ themes?

    The narrative includes references to Kristy Thomas being perceived as a queer icon, suggesting a nuanced exploration of her character's identity. Additionally, discussions around the series highlight themes of queerness and representation, particularly in relation to the characters' dynamics and relationships.