Baby-Sitters & Company (Full House: Sisters)
#8 in Full House: Sisters Series
on Goodreads (14)
What’s inside...
When they are hired to babysit a set of triplets on a visit to the natural history museum, Stephanie and Michelle have their hands full keeping up with the little terrors. The triplets, who initially seem like little angels, turn out to be a handful as they run wild in the museum. Despite the unexpected challenge, Stephanie and Michelle try their best to keep the kids in line and prevent the day from turning into a natural-history disaster.
Character compass
Michelle Tanner
Stephanie Tanner
Discussion points
How do you think Karen and Stephanie felt when they started their own business?
What qualities make a good leader and team member, as seen in Karen and Stephanie's roles?
What challenges did the girls face, and how did they overcome them?
How does working together help the characters grow and learn about each other?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the book to their own experiences by asking if they've ever thought about starting a club or business and what it might involve.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and leadership exhibited by Karen and Stephanie. Help your child identify these traits in themselves and others.
Talk about problem-solving. Ask your child how they might handle similar situations the characters face in the book.
Highlight the growth of the characters throughout the book and ask your child how they think the characters might change after the story ends.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The characters in 'Baby-Sitters & Company' take on the task of babysitting, showcasing how they manage duties and solve problems that arise.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being responsible in their own tasks, such as completing homework, keeping their room tidy, or caring for a pet.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters must work together to manage their babysitting jobs, demonstrating the power of collaboration and support.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to cooperate with siblings or classmates in joint projects or during playtime, understanding that teamwork often leads to greater success.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The book presents various challenges that the babysitters must navigate, emphasizing creative and critical thinking.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles in schoolwork or in resolving conflicts with peers.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Dealing with children of various ages and needs in the book, the characters show understanding and compassion, learning to see things from another's perspective.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to be empathetic towards friends and family members, helping them build stronger, more understanding relationships.
Example Lesson: Entrepreneurship
Explanation: The young characters start and manage their own babysitting business, giving insights into basics of entrepreneurship.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to explore their own entrepreneurial ideas, even simple ones like a lemonade stand or organizing a neighborhood cleanup.