Knudsen, Michelle. Library Lion. Cambridge: Candlewick Press, 2006.Library Lion will catch readers right away with the beginning line of “One day, a lion came to the library.” As he just goes on in past the circulation desk like he truly belongs, Mr. McBee, the assistant, is ready to throw him out being he is a large cat and must not belong. The loving librarian, Miss Merriweather, informs him to leave him be since he is not breaking any rules. The lion becomes like any other visitor coming in to enjoy all the activities the library offers and even helps out with dusting, licking envelopes, and helping small children. When Miss Merriweather falls from a stool, the lion cries out for help, but is soon charged of breaking the rules. This upsets him so he does not return to the library with fear he can not follow the rules. Everyone misses his presence, even Mr. McBee. The closing of this story will have all readers cheering for joy. To add to this appealing book, the illustrations are done in a soothing tone that has much creativity. Taking a few moments on each page just to look at the details of the pictures and the expressions given by each character is a must. Children of all ages will love this book, and will finish with the great feeling that everyone belongs in the library and the library is for everyone.
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