With its emotional nuance and understated, observant narration especially where Abuela s inner state is concerned Medina s ("Tia Isa Wants a Car") lovely story has the feel of a novella. Publishers Weekly (starred review) Pura Belpre Award winner Medina (Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass, 2013) and Pura Belpre honoree Dominguez (Maria Had a Little Llama, 2013) have created a poignant taleof intergenerational connection, transition, and patience. The language and vivid illustrations (a colorfulblend of ink, gouache, and marker) are infused with warmth and expression, perfectly complementing thestory s tone. Abuela s adjustment to her new home is sensitively portrayed as she and Mia bond over theirdifferent cultures and shared heritage. Pair with Matt de la Pena s Last Stop on Market Street (2015) foranother look at urban multiculturalism. Heartfelt, layered, and beautiful a must for library collections. Booklist (starred review) Readers from multigenerational immigrant families will recognize the all-too-familiar language barrier. They will also cheer for the warm and loving relationship between Abuela and Mia, which is evident in both text and illustrations even as the characters struggle to understand each other. This warm family story is a splendid showcase for the combined talents of Medina, a Pura Belpre award winner, and Dominguez, an honoree. Kirkus Reviews Medina honors the beauty of holding onto one's history while also making room for new traditions. She demonstrates the richness to be gained by bridging two generations through the language dear to each. Her deceptively simple story models a way to close the communication gap and respect two languages and ways of life...This uplifting and affirming tale makes clear that connecting with someone sometimes takes work and ingenuity, but the payoff is priceless. Shelf Awareness In this tale, Medina blends Spanish and English words together as seamlessly as she blends the stories of two distinct cultures and generations. Dominguez s bright illustrations, done in ink, gouache, and marker, make the characters shine as bright as the rich story they depict...Everything about this book will make readers want to share it with someone they love. A timeless story with wide appeal. School Library Journal"

Meg Medina is the Pura Belpre Award winning author of several books for young readers, including the highly acclaimed YA novel "Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass "and the picture book" Tia Isa Wants a Car, "for which she received an Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award."" She lives in Richmond, Virginia. Angela Dominguez has created many picture books, including "Maria Had a Little Llama, " for which she received a Pura Belpre Honor for illustration. She also teaches art at the Academy of Art University. She lives in San Francisco."