Books like Jessi's baby-sitter by Ann M. Martin
Jessi believes she is mature enough to manage her own life, but her plans are upended when strict Aunt Cecelia relocates to her home. Aunt Cecelia’s domineering presence strains Jessi’s friendships and creates chaos within the Baby‑Sitters Club.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Ann M. Martin
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