Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65)
Scholastic Inc. 2014
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- crushes and first love
- friendship
- boundaries and respect
- responsibility
- self-discovery
- decision-making
- school life
About this book
When a charming student teacher arrives to cover math class, Stacey finds herself dealing with a serious crush—and some confusing feelings about boundaries and respect. At the same time, she’s juggling babysitting jobs and her responsibilities to the Baby-sitters Club. Readers see how Stacey leans on her friends, learns to listen to her instincts, and stays true to herself. It’s a relatable school-and-friends story with plenty of heart and humor for tweens.
Setting: suburban Stoneybrook, Connecticut; middle school and neighborhood homes, contemporary
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65) right for my child?
Yes — Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65) 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 crushes and first love, friendship, boundaries and respect.
How long does it take to read Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65) takes around 3.7h to finish. The book has 33,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65) 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 Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65)?
Stacey's Big Crush (The Baby-Sitters Club #65) 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.