The critics love Lulu
“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.” Kirkus Reviews
“...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.” Oakland PL. Bay
“... for anyone who simply thrills at the thought of abuilding full of books.”
Teaching Tolerance
“It’s a great introduction to a wonderful institution, especially for preschoolers.
Rosalind Beardshaw’s acrylic-on-paper illustrations are adorable.”
Jackie Braun, The Flint Journal
“...The charming Lulu and the gentle praise of literacy make this book special.”
Yellow Brick Road
“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.” Kirkus Reviews
“...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.” Oakland PL. Bay
“... for anyone who simply thrills at the thought of abuilding full of books.”
Teaching Tolerance
“It’s a great introduction to a wonderful institution, especially for preschoolers.
Rosalind Beardshaw’s acrylic-on-paper illustrations are adorable.”
Jackie Braun, The Flint Journal
“...The charming Lulu and the gentle praise of literacy make this book special.”
Yellow Brick Road
