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Lulu Loves the Library A joyful exploration of books, libraries and sharing stories as Lulu and her mum make their regular visit to the library. This should be available in every library and children’s centre. Honours Medal in the Pre-school category - An excellent preparatory picturebook for those ready to make their first trip to the library... McQuinn and Beardshaw radiate enthusiasm for libraries in every bright and energetic page and expertly defuse a toddler’s initial nervousness about a new experience. A bright narrative and sumptuous illustrations make this a real joy for booklovers everywhere. Highly Recommended. - Perfect for instilling a love of libraries and books in the youngest of patrons, it’s a winner. Well, this has to be a useful addition to stock!... Mum and Lulu read together at bedtime, because it’s fun: there’s no preaching here, just a really encouraging story with bright and lively illustrations. This is a delightful book for children and alos one to bear in mind for talks to parents. It is often a challenge to find children's books with black characters that aren't overwhelmed with historical narratives or self-affirming gobbly-gook (be like Harriet Tubman! You're special! No really!) The little touches make this book unique and lovely: Lola's soft cloud of unraveled hair when she wakes up, the way she kneels on the floor during story time at the library, or how her mom spoons a little cappuccino foam in her mouth during their snack-time. I read this book to my daughter almost every day! ... tonight was the first time I took my 2 1/2 year old to the library... This was the only book I chose for my daughter and it was a good choice. The illustrations are sweet, the storyline is short and to-the-point, and it is instructive for toddlers and preschoolers. I can see how this book is important in that Lola is a young preschooler who just happens to be black. No mention is made of her race. Bella (the center of the universe according to her) pointed to Lola and declared that she was "Bella". This pleased me, and I felt relief that I didn't have to dive into the complexities of race just yet. This charming story introduces kids to little Lulu, a girl who discovers the joys of going to the library, getting to choose her own books, take them home then go back for more - all with nothing more than a library card... Kids will relate to little Lulu... and adults will appreciate the encouragement this book offers to little future readers everywhere... Read this book to your child, then take them to the library and get them a card of their own. You’ll be glad you did! Our daughter loves this book. We visit our local library every Tuesday like Lola. Our daughter made an instant connection to the book! We recommend this book for any home library. Check it out! This is a wonderful book that introduces preschoolers to books and to love reading them! The illustrations are beautiful and the storyline is easy for a tot to understand. It's a great addition to a child's collection. My family has fallen in love with this book. The text and illustrations are both top notch. Little Lulu gets so much from her trip to the library that it is truly contagious. It’s great for encouraging a love of books and reading. Thank yous to Anna McQuinn and Rosalind Beardshaw for giving me something I can feel good about sharing with my children. Something that positively reinforces our values (we are big readers in this family). *****Brilliant! Buy TWO copies! July 1, 2008 Soft, sweet, imaginative and colorful illustrations bring the story and Lola's celebration of books to life! No child could possibly resist this playful presentation of fun and learning at the library. Buy this book for your child, and it will mark the beginning of a life-long love affair with learning. Buy another to donate to your local or school library and touch the lives of many more children. I wish I could give this book 10 stars, because it's just that good. Nothing else I've read lately compares on this level.
Beautiful illustrations and wonderful storyline..., July 3, 2007 This is a wonderful book that introduces preschoolers to books and to love reading them! The illustrations are beautiful and the storyline is easy for a tot to understand. It's a great addition to a child's collection.
The message here is simple, direct, and a vitally important advocacy for libraries, the fun and enjoyment of a visit to the library being conveyed more in the bold, bright pictures painted from Lulu’s viewpoint. All young children should have a weekly library experience just like Lulu... It's vital for all children to see characters portrayed who look similar to themselves: that Lulu, the central character in this story is black, is therefore particularly welcome. This eager, happy toddler gives readers a complete tour of a conventional visit to the library... Beardshaw’s vividly coloured acrylic paintings of a mother and child’s morning outing in their racially mixed neighbourhood complements the classic library scenes charged with a child’s vibrant enthusiasm. The simple, significant message will ring true for every librarian, teacher, caregiver and parent as the day concludes with Lulu’s nightly bedtime story. Everyone should begin and end the day with a good book. ...as young as she is, she knows and loves the routine. In fact, she and her Mum have made it more than a routine, its a celebratory ritual... As an introduction to the library, it’s both comforting and informative without being didactic. The flow of the text is enhanced by the joy of the illustrations, done in acrylic on paper. Especially precious is the picture of the four young children listening avidly to the librarian read a story. ... for anyone who simply thrills at the thought of abuilding full of books.” It’s a great introduction to a wonderful institution, especially for preschoolers. Rosalind Beardshaw’s acrylic-on-paper illustrations are adorable. ...The charming Lulu and the gentle praise of literacy make this book special. Lulu is a delight and her book is a joyous celebration of books, libraries and children! I am writing regarding the beautiful book you have recently published called Lulu loves the Library. I work for Hertfordshire Libraries and have used the story successfully with children in nurseries and toddler groups. We have also purchased a Lulu book for each of our Young People's Services Librarians so they can read the story out in playgroups etc as it is a perfect introduction to the library. We were thrilled to receive your permission to use the image of Lulu - we’re using her in posters to promote our storytimes throughout our 50 libraries.
Lulu should be mandatory reading for anyone who doubts the impact libraries have on young lives. Here in Southampton we're all raving about Lulu! ...we are looking at designing a new poster to put up in the libraries to promote storytimes.Lulu loves the Library is still very popular with the children, and we would like to use a design the children recognise and love. Hence I was wondering if you would grant us permission to use a picture from Lulu on our posters? Ever since you sent me a note on one of the postcards of Lulu, I’ve had her posted right on my desk bulletin board. We also purchased the book for all our branches because I fell for her hook, line and sinker! Recommended for the Individual Development & Identity, Family Rituals, Independence collections ... a great introduction to the library, comfort and ritual, parent-child bonding. Both llustrations and clear, simple text make the perfect read-aloud for pre-school and kindergarten. Perfect for instilling a love of libraries and books in the youngest patrons, it’s a winner. “Don't you just want to hug Lulu! You can tell Anna McQuinn is a Librarian who enjoys her job as it shines through the pages and Rosalind Beardshaw's portrayal of Lulu makes you just go ahh! Book of the Week and Bestselling title
An excellent preparatory picturebook for those ready to make their first trip to the library... McQuinn and Beardshaw radiate enthusiasm for libraries in every bright and energetic page of this book, and expertly defuse a toddler’s initial nervousness about a new experience.
The American Library Association
Honours Medal in the Pre-school category - National Parenting Publications Awards Early Childhood news - Directors Choice - Gold Medal
Lulu loves the Library is proving hugely popular with librarians, early years educators and parents. Printing simultaneously in the UK, USA, Denmark and Netherlands (where she is called Lulu, Lola, Luna and Bibi!) over 50,000 people have now bought a copy.
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I love this book and I want all library staff to have one!!
Lulu makes it on to the cover of Book-of-the-Month Club!
