Mary Anne and Camp BSC
1997
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- Friendship and teamwork
- Leadership and responsibility
- Empathy and inclusion
- Problem-solving
- Community
- Self-confidence and growth
- Working with younger children
- Summer adventures
About this book
School’s out in Stoneybrook, and the Baby-sitters Club launches Camp BSC—a neighborhood day camp packed with crafts, games, and field trips. Sensitive and organized as ever, Mary Anne takes on extra responsibility, but running a camp isn’t as simple as it sounds. She has to help a homesick, shy camper open up, settle squabbles, juggle schedules, and keep activities fun and safe. With support from her friends, Mary Anne finds her voice as a leader and proves she can handle challenges while giving kids a summer to remember.
Setting: Stoneybrook, Connecticut; summertime neighborhood day camp run by the Baby-sitters Club
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mary Anne and Camp BSC right for my child?
Yes — Mary Anne and Camp BSC is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include Friendship and teamwork, Leadership and responsibility, Empathy and inclusion.
How long does it take to read Mary Anne and Camp BSC?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Mary Anne and Camp BSC takes around 3.3h to finish. The book has 30,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Mary Anne and Camp BSC have an AR quiz?
Yes — Mary Anne and Camp BSC has an AR quiz available, worth 4 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Mary Anne and Camp BSC?
Mary Anne and Camp BSC has an AR reading level of 4.5, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.