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Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109)

by Ann M. Martin

Scholastic Inc. 2015

Great fit for 4th grade

Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14

4th grade English Juvenile Fiction
115
Pages
4
AR Points
3.3h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • friendship
  • responsibility
  • self-confidence
  • facing fears
  • teamwork
  • change and growth
  • independence

About this book

When the Baby-Sitters Club signs up for an intensive first aid course, Mary Anne must face her fears and learn to stay calm under pressure. At the same time, big changes at home and with Logan make her question what she’s ready for and how to speak up for herself. With support from her friends, Mary Anne discovers confidence she didn’t know she had. A relatable, page-turning story for fans of realistic friendship dramas and everyday heroism.

Setting: Stoneybrook, Connecticut; contemporary 1990s suburb

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109) right for my child?

Yes — Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.8, 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, responsibility, self-confidence.

How long does it take to read Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109)?

At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109) takes around 3.3h to finish. The book has 30,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109) have an AR quiz?

Yes — Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109) 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 to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109)?

Mary Anne to the Rescue (The Baby-Sitters Club #109) has an AR reading level of 4.8, 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.