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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
One of my favorites in the series so far! I think Dawn might be my favorite now. In this installment, she bravely stands up to a client and handles herself like a mature professional. For someone who struggles with confrontation and negotiation, this inspires me to step up.
I've been reading through all the Baby-sitters books in order and this is my favorite so far. I quickly remembered how much I liked Dawn as a kid---I think she was my favorite character. She's funny, acts way more mature than the other babysitters, and she's from the West Coast like me. I also had super long blonde hair and a little brother.
This book reminded me about latchkey kids---a term that always seemed weird but very 80s (I was one, too). Also that having a VCR was a really big deal (my spell check doesn't recognize the term, VCR-- hahaha!)
One thing that SUPER bugged me is that the noncustodial father in this book was able to kidnap his kid and get off with a warning. Regardless of whether or not it was "his week", I'm pretty sure there would be much more serious consequences for that in real life.
This book reminded me about latchkey kids---a term that always seemed weird but very 80s (I was one, too). Also that having a VCR was a really big deal (my spell check doesn't recognize the term, VCR-- hahaha!)
One thing that SUPER bugged me is that the noncustodial father in this book was able to kidnap his kid and get off with a warning. Regardless of whether or not it was "his week", I'm pretty sure there would be much more serious consequences for that in real life.
This review appears on my blog: https://confessionsofabookwormweb.wordpress.com/2020/11/09/book-review-dawn-and-the-impossible-three-the-baby-sitters-club-5-by-ann-m-martin/
Dawn is a member of the Baby-sitters Club, but she still feels like an outsider, especially since the other four members each have an official position in the club. Also, Kristy is jealous of her blossoming friendship with Mary Anne, especially when Mary Anne tels her first - and enlists her help - that she is redecorating her room. Also, they continue to grow closer when Mary Anne's dad and Dawn's mom - who used to be high school sweethearts - start dating again.
In an effort to prove herself to Kristy, Dawn takes on a babysitting job for the Barretts. However, the Barretts are a handful and Mrs. Barrett constantly forgets to give her important information, including emergency number, and the house is always a mess! The children are not complete terrors, but Mrs. Barrett continuously calls on Dawn to babysit, mor so than is reasonable. Everything comes to a head when one of the Barrett children disappears and Dawn doesn't know how to get a hold of Mrs. Barret, will this be her final time baby sitting the Barretts?
I liked this instalment in the Baby-sitters Club series, however the title is way more overdramatic than what actually ends up happening in the novel.
I also liked how throughout the novel we see how divorce can affect a family, especially in the early aftermath of one. We see how it can cause chaos, especially for a peresnt who used to stay at home, but now has to become the provider of the family. I also appreciate how we see Dawn making friends with the other members of the BSC, especially Kristy, who is usually jealous of her. 4/5 Stars.
Dawn is a member of the Baby-sitters Club, but she still feels like an outsider, especially since the other four members each have an official position in the club. Also, Kristy is jealous of her blossoming friendship with Mary Anne, especially when Mary Anne tels her first - and enlists her help - that she is redecorating her room. Also, they continue to grow closer when Mary Anne's dad and Dawn's mom - who used to be high school sweethearts - start dating again.
In an effort to prove herself to Kristy, Dawn takes on a babysitting job for the Barretts. However, the Barretts are a handful and Mrs. Barrett constantly forgets to give her important information, including emergency number, and the house is always a mess! The children are not complete terrors, but Mrs. Barrett continuously calls on Dawn to babysit, mor so than is reasonable. Everything comes to a head when one of the Barrett children disappears and Dawn doesn't know how to get a hold of Mrs. Barret, will this be her final time baby sitting the Barretts?
I liked this instalment in the Baby-sitters Club series, however the title is way more overdramatic than what actually ends up happening in the novel.
I also liked how throughout the novel we see how divorce can affect a family, especially in the early aftermath of one. We see how it can cause chaos, especially for a peresnt who used to stay at home, but now has to become the provider of the family. I also appreciate how we see Dawn making friends with the other members of the BSC, especially Kristy, who is usually jealous of her. 4/5 Stars.
lighthearted
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
lighthearted
slow-paced
4 stars. So much fun. I love Dawn and think she's a great addition to the club. It is impossible to dislike these books, no matter how old I am.
lighthearted
fast-paced
A mother is a mother and a baby sitter is a baby sitter. Mix them up and children loyalties and love change. I liked the story idea and it is a really good lesson for children.