Mimi and the Boo-Hoo Blahs: A Graphix Chapters Book (Mimi #2)

by Shauna J. Grant, Shauna J. Grant (Illustrator)

Overview

Mimi returns for another misadventure in this sweet, funny Graphix Chapters series by Shauna J. Grant.

Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!

Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6-8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.

Boo-hoo! Mimi is not having a good day. She can't get her pigtails to sit right, she's not in the mood for her favorite breakfast, and she's far from feeling like her usual self. Mimi has a case of the Blahs, where nothing feels quite right. With the help of Penelope, her magical toy dog and best friend, she sets out to find a way to get rid of this icky feeling. Will Mimi reclaim her spark, or will the Blahs get the best of her?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781338766691
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	02/07/2023
Pages:	80
Sales rank:	196,874
Product dimensions:	5.80(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	GN450L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Shauna J. Grant is the creator of the critically acclaimed Mimi series, and her work has appeared in the anthologies Black Comix Returns, Noisemakers, and The Secret Loves of Geeks. She loves all things pink and magical and enjoys creating stories that feature Black girls as the heroines of their own adventures. When Shauna isn’t making comics, she likes to daydream, read Korean comics, and play with her dog, Sugarpaws. Shauna lives in New York City, where she was born and raised. Visit her online at shaunadraws.com.

Editorial Reviews

★ "This adorable graphic chapter book is an easy-to-follow tale that tackles relatable emotions. The pastel, manga-influenced artwork, especially the imagination sequences and the lumpy blue Blah blob, keeps the narrative tone light even when Mimi feels incredibly blah... The opposite of blah! New series readers as well as fans of the first Mimi volume will definitely be happy with this adorable graphic novel." — School Library Journal, starred review

"The playful, bubbly artwork in pastel colors works in perfect unison with the kid-friendly story, which features lots of imaginative play and adorable creatures." — Booklist

Praise for Mimi and the Cutie Catastrophe:

★ "Mimi is absolutely as cute as the title describes. Grant's illustrations are frothy and perfectly pastel, and her manga-inspired facial expressions communicate as much as her text... Silly, sweet, and peppily paced, Mimi is great for early readers or as a read-aloud." — School Library Journal, starred review

"This adorable graphic novel by Shauna J. Grant is perfect for any little cutie... [Mimi's] newfound self-confidence might be the cutest thing of all." — Entertainment Weekly

From the Publisher

★ 04/01/2023

Gr 1–3—In this sequel to Mimi and the Cutie Catastrophe, Mimi wakes up one morning to discover she has a growing case of the Blahs. With her magical toy dog Penelope by her side, Mimi explores different ways that people improve their mood, with thanks to her friends Mateo, Nina, Katie, and Sadie. As her case of Blahs gets bigger and bigger, Mimi learns a valuable lesson about facing her feelings. Overall, this adorable graphic chapter book is an easy-to-follow tale that tackles relatable emotions. The pastel, manga-influenced artwork, especially the imagination sequences and the lumpy blue Blah blob, keeps the narrative tone light even when Mimi feels incredibly blah. Characters are depicted with brown and black skin as well as different hairstyles; one character wears glasses. VERDICT The opposite of blah! New series readers as well as fans of the first Mimi volume will definitely be happy with this adorable graphic novel.

School Library Journal