Mimi [Hardcover]

Carol Baicker-McKee (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up

Mimi knows exactly what she likes: her stuffed bunny, her pet roly-poly bug (named Frank), eating bananas that are cut just-so…and forks.  Young readers can spend a day with Mimi as she goes to preschool, plays with friends, and spends time with her family—all the while searching for Frank, who seems to have been lost along the way…

Adorable 3-D art distinguishes the book, which is sure to be a natural read at naptime, bedtime, and story hour.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-K—Mimi, a quirky little pig, dotes on her toy Bunny and her "roly-poly" pet, a plump, green bug. One sad morning, Frank disappears. Mimi's mother reassures her with a brisk "Frank will turn up later." She takes Mimi and Bunny to "library school" to listen to stories, sing, and dance, and then to the park. Throughout her busy day, Mimi periodically remembers her missing friend. At home, she blows bubbles to cheer herself up, eats dinner, and gets ready for bed. When she climbs under the covers, Frank turns up, just as Mommy predicted. Written in staccato declarative sentences, the narrative lacks emotion. One passage, describing Mimi's activities at the library—Here's what else she's supposed to do: wear underpants!"—shows her bare bottom with a curly little tail sticking up; it may seem out of place to some readers. However, the delightful multimedia illustrations, featuring three-dimensional-looking relief characters created from colorful fabrics, stuffing, and decorative materials, add charm and appeal to the story. Mimi, with her expressive round face, purple cape, and glittering tiara, is adorable. Ezra Jack Keats's My Dog Is Lost (Viking, 1999) and Rosemary Wells's McDuff Comes Home (Hyperion, 1997) are more compelling stories about lost pets.—Linda L. Walkins, Mount Saint Joseph Academy, Brighton, MA
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About the Author

Carol Baicker-McKee is a self-taught illustrator who works with paint, fabric, and clay to create wonderful 3-dimensional artwork. She holds a Ph.D. in clinical child psychology and is the author of the award-winning FussBusters series of parenting books. She also wrote the monthly Baby Games column for Nick Jr. Magazine. She lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books; First Edition edition (June 24, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1599902818
• ISBN-13: 978-1599902814
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,139,039 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Cute, October 11, 2011

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Just a tsp (San Antonio TX) - See all my reviews

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My only grand child (5 months old) will call me Mimi so I thought this would be a good book to add to her growing library.

5.0 out of 5 stars This little piggy, September 17, 2011

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What a fun, sweet book. Lots of energy and pre-schoolers will love the illustrations. The story line is one that young listeners can follow and enjoy. Lots here for caregivers or teachers to share.

4.0 out of 5 stars Very creative and sweet, July 17, 2010

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Tejote Bravado "TJ FliP" (Southwestern United States) - See all my reviews

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I picked this book up because the cover caught my eye since it is a crafted 3D artwork. Inside art is just like the cover. The story is simple and sweet as we follow Mimi through her day. One embarrassing part for Mimi is she is without her undergarments as seen by mom in public. I am intrigued by how the writer and artist crafted the book. Since my daughter is crafty, I borrowed it from the local library to show her different ways to tell stories. Today I just picked up two more books that also have crafty covers.