Kristy for President
#53 of 131 in The Baby-Sitters Club Series
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What’s inside...
Kristy is running for class president at Stoneybrook Middle School, motivated by her dissatisfaction with certain aspects of school life, including the quality of hot lunches and the choice of the annual play. With the support of her fellow Baby-Sitters Club members, Kristy campaigns for change while balancing her responsibilities with schoolwork, babysitting, and other activities. As she faces challenges and opposition, Kristy must rally her friends and community to fight for her vision and win the election.
Character compass
Kristy Thomas
Stacey Mcgill
Claudia Kishi
Mary Anne Spier
Dawn Schafer
Mallory Pike
Jessi Ramsey
Alan Gray
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Kristy a good leader?
How do the characters in the book handle disagreements or conflicts?
Why is it important to have different roles and responsibilities within a team?
If you were to run for class president, what would you want to achieve and why?
How do the events in the book show the importance of teamwork and cooperation?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences at school or with friends.
Discuss the importance of leadership and responsibility, connecting it to everyday tasks or roles your child might have.
Talk about the value of teamwork. Engage in an activity where teamwork is necessary to succeed, and reflect on the experience together.
Use examples from the book to discuss problem-solving strategies and encourage your child to think about how they might handle similar situations.
Emphasize the traits of good citizenship and community involvement shown in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Leadership and Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Kristy for President', Kristy takes on the role of a leader, running for class president, which teaches the importance of leadership qualities and taking responsibility for one's actions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these principles by taking initiative in school projects or family chores, understanding the impact of their decisions and actions on others.
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout her campaign, Kristy learns to collaborate with her peers to achieve a common goal, highlighting the significance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice teamwork by participating in group activities such as sports or group assignments, learning to value different opinions and work cooperatively.
Example Lesson: Value of Fair Play
Explanation: As Kristy campaigns, she faces challenges that teach her the importance of competing fairly and respecting her opponents.
Real-World Application: This lesson is vital in teaching children to engage in fair competition in sports or academic contests, respecting rules, and treating competitors with respect.
Example Lesson: Overcoming Challenges
Explanation: Kristy encounters various obstacles during her campaign, but learns to navigate through them, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that facing difficulties is a part of life and that perseverance and creativity can help overcome these challenges.
Example Lesson: Effective Communication
Explanation: Running for president requires Kristy to communicate her ideas clearly and persuasively to her classmates, underscoring the importance of effective communication.
Real-World Application: Children can use this skill in expressing themselves in class discussions, presentations, and in conveying their thoughts and feelings to others in a clear manner.