Books Like Mary Anne and Camp BSC
Families who loved Mary Anne and Camp BSC by Ann M. Martin often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Mary Anne and Camp BSC by Ann M. Martin often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is starting to take on more responsibility, whether through a first summer job, a group project, or a leadership role. This story follows Mary Anne and her friends as they organize a backyard summer camp for local children. While it seems like fun and games at first, Mary Anne must navigate the stress of managing difficult group dynamics, a physical injury, and the personal anxiety of her father being away on business. It is a wonderful choice for the 8 to 12 age range because it validates the 'messy middle' of growing up, showing that you can be a leader even when you feel uncertain. It models how to balance professional duties with personal friendships while emphasizing that asking for help is a sign of strength, not failure.
