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Library Lion

By Michelle Knudsen
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Library Lion, written by Michelle Knudsen, is a charming children's book about an unexpected visitor in a quiet library—a lion. While the lion initially causes concern, he soon becomes a beloved presence, helping with daily tasks and teaching visitors about rules, kindness, and acceptance. The story beautifully illustrates themes of friendship and tolerance in a fun and engaging way for young readers.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's story if you appreciate tales celebrating friendship, understanding, and the unexpected ways rules can be adapted. This charming narrative combines gentle humour with beautiful illustrations, making it a treat for young readers who have ever wondered about companionship and the subtle joys of visiting the library.

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Library Lion

A wonderful addition to any child's library, this is the multiple award-winning and bestselling picture book about what happens when a lion visits a library.

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A wonderful addition to any child's library, this is the multiple award-winning and bestselling picture book about what happens when a lion visits a library.

In this international and award-winning bestseller about the joys of discovering the library and making new friends, a lion visits the library for the very first time. The head librarian, Miss Merriweather, is very particular about rules in the library. But when the lion visits, she isn't sure what to do – there aren’t any rules about lions in the library!

As it turns out, this lion seems very well suited to library visiting. His big feet are quiet on the floor, and he makes a comfy backrest for the children at story hour, too.

When an emergency happens, however, the lion has a dilemma. Should he come to the rescue in the only way he knows how, even if it means breaking Miss Merriweather's strict rules?

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Library Lion has been applauded as a delightful addition to any library collection. It is praised for its warm-hearted narrative that touches on themes of loneliness, acceptance, and friendship, making it an excellent choice for reading aloud to young children. The illustrations, which evoke a sense of nostalgia for traditional libraries, complement the story beautifully.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406305678

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 286.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michelle Knudsen

About the Author

Michelle Knudsen is the author of the best-selling picture book Library Lion, illustrated by Kevin Hawkes, Argus, illustrated by Andréa Wesson, and Big Mean Mike, illustrated by Scott Magoon, as well as several young-adult novels. Michelle lives in Brooklyn, New York. Find Michelle online at www.michelleknudsen.com and on twitter as @michelleknudsen.

Kevin Hawkes is the illustrator of many award-winning books for children, including Weslandia and City Circus, both written by Paul Fleischman, and Me, All Alone at the End of the World, written by M. T. Anderson. He lives with his wife and children in Southern Maine, in the USA. Find Kevin online at www.kevinhawkes.com.

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