Good-bye Stacey, good-bye. (Baby-Sitters Club no.013)
by Ann M. Martin · · 1988
When Stacey McGill learns that her father's job transfer requires her family to move back to New York City, she must face the emotional challenge of leaving her close-knit circle in Stoneybrook. Her friends in the Baby-sitters Club struggle with the impending separation while working together to host a memorable farewell for her. The story sensitively examines how young people navigate major life changes, grief, and long-distance friendships.
- Age range
- Ages 10–14
- Category
- Middle Grade Reads
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Parent notes
This entry in the Baby-Sitters Club series focuses on the emotional journey of relocation and saying goodbye. It provides a sweet foundation for parents to talk with children about trust during times of upheaval and how true friendships endure through transitions.
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Discussion questions
- 1How did Mr. McGill's decision to accept a job back in New York impact Stacey and her friends in Stoneybrook, and what personal costs did Stacey face as a result?
- 2When emotional stress caused sharp words or tension among the club members as moving day approached, who offered grace to help mend those hurt feelings?
- 3Describe the farewell party the club hosted for Stacey and explain which specific effort by her friends best reflected the beauty of loving community.
- 4Was it fair for Stacey to have to leave behind the life she had built in Stoneybrook, or did her friends find ways to turn an unwelcome situation into an opportunity for mercy and support?
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