No More Señora Mimí

Description: "Ana cannot contain her excitement: her abuela is coming to stay with her and Mami for always! Abuela is sure to let Ana play whenever she wants instead of rushing her off to school, like her neighbor and babysitter seänora Mimâi sometimes does. In fact, as Ana's classmate points out, she won't need seänora Mimâi to babysit at all anymore. But seänora Mimâi is a good listener, and they have a lot of fun together feeding the squirrels and eating snacks. Maybe Ana isn't ready to say goodbye to seänora Mimâi just yet?"--

Review Quotes: Newbery medalist Medina's text gently but directly examines a challenging childhood transition, while Cicchese's illustrations, bathed in fall hues of yellow, orange and brown, bring a cozy feeling to the book.
--The Washington Post

In this compassionate work, a relationship whose nuances Ana hadn't truly considered holds the key to her consolation.
--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Warmth is displayed on every page.
--Booklist (starred review)

For the Sra. Mimi´s who help the world go around, this picture book belongs on every picture book shelf.
--School Library Journal (starred review)

A compassionate consideration of caregivers, Medina's careful, playful text blends spare dialogue with telling details that, piece by piece, build up Ana's tender friendship with señora Mimí. . . . Cicchese's artwork boasts a rich palette of warm shades of yellows, oranges, and browns. . . . An affectionate shoutout to sitters.
--Kirkus Reviews

In a simple story, Medina has crafted a perfect read for children struggling with transition who are needing a sweet, soothing way to engage with the concept.
--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Cicchese's soft digital illustrations are filled with inviting jewel tones and soothing textures including crayon strokes, knit patterns, and wood grain. Medina captures the young narrator's voice perfectly so that young readers will be able to understand the tricky emotions that come up in the text. This is a warm tribute to all sorts of caregivers, and the final scene shows Abuela fitting in seamlessly with this loving relationship.
--The Horn Book

A lovely picture book about change.
--Book Riot