Philomena and the Big Bad Mimi by Geneviève Jannelle, Jasmine Mirra Turcotte
ISBN: 1525315188
Genres: Emotions & Feelings
Format: Picture Book Fiction
Source: MSL Book Review
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No one will play with Philomena at recess because every time someone tells a story, the Big Bad Mimi takes over Philomena’s mouth and she just has to tell a story about her instead. The Big Bad Mimi makes it hard for Philomena to listen to others. Philomena decides to ask an adult for help so that the other children will enjoy spending time with her again. After getting some help from a tiny creature called a Yoo-yoo, Philomena learns that other people might have interesting things to say too. 

This short picture book has bright and engaging illustrations. It would be a wonderful choice for a teacher or parent who is helping a child work through feelings of self-centeredness. It gives adults child friendly language to use with young children and a simple tool to practice listening to others. Many children will be able to relate to the feeling of the Mimi taking over.

Reviewed by Rebecca Duquette, Pittston Randolph Consolidated School