Little Miss Stoneybrook-- and Dawn

In this installment of The Baby-sitters Club series, Dawn experiences feelings of jealousy when Jessi and Mallory receive a formal welcome into the club. Her opportunity to prove her worth arises when she takes on the challenge of preparing Margo and Claire for the Little Miss Stoneybrook contest. The narrative humorously explores Margo's unconventional talent and Dawn's determination to help her win. The plot thickens as other Baby-sitters Club members also coach contestants, leading to a friendly yet intense rivalry that tests the bonds of friendship within the club. This book is ideal for early to late elementary readers, offering a relatable story about self-esteem, competition, and navigating social dynamics.

Dawn's a little jealous when there's a formal ceremony to welcome Jessi and Mallory into the Baby-sitters Club. Don't people know that Dawn's a special baby-sitter, too? Then it's Dawn's turn to shine. Mrs. Pike wants her to help prepare Margo and Claire for the Little Miss Stoneybrook contest. So what if Margo's only talent is peeling a banana with her feet? Dawn's going to help her charges win that contest any way she can. The only trouble is... Kristy, Mary Anne, and Claudia are helping Karen, Myriah, and Charlotte enter the contest, too. And nobody's sure where the competition is fiercer: at the pageant - or in the Baby-sitters Club!