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Library Lil (Picture Puffins) Paperback – May 21, 2001

by Suzanne Williams (Author), Steven Kellogg (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 67 ratings
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From the day she was born, Lil had a book in her hand...so it's no surprise when she grows up to become a librarian herself. She even manages to turn the people of Chesterville-who are couch potatoes-into readers. But then Bust-'em-up Bill roars into town with his motorcycle gang. Just mention reading to him and you're toast. Has Lil finally met her match? This original tall tale by a real-life librarian, combined with Steven Kellogg's trademark humor, is better than any TV show!

"A librarian's favorite fantasy...The silliness of both story and pictures are perfectly matched...A winner for storytimes anywhere."
-School Library Journal, starred review

"This love story about books is enough to make anyone wish for a permanent TV blackout!"
-Children's Literature
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Lexile measure
    570L
  6. Dimensions
    10.52 x 8.48 x 0.15 inches
  7. Publisher
    Puffin
  8. Publication date
    May 21, 2001
  9. ISBN-10
    9780140568370
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0140568370
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"Lighthearted yet illuminating, this is a volume bound to lure kids from the TV screen," said PW about this story of a bibliophile determined to get her boob tube-loving town reading. Ages 4-8.

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“A librarian’s favorite fantasy . . . The silliness of both story and pictures are perfectly matched . . . A winner for storytimes anywhere.”
—School Library Journal, starred review

“This love story about books is enough to make anyone wish for a permanent TV blackout!”
—Children’s Literature

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0140568379
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Puffin; Reprint edition (May 21, 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780140568370
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0140568370
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 570L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.52 x 8.48 x 0.15 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 67 ratings

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Suzanne Williams

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Suzanne Williams is the award-winning author of over 80 books for children, from picture books and easy readers to chapter books and middle grade fiction series. A former elementary school librarian, she lives near Seattle. Her picture book Library Lil (illustrated by Steven Kellogg) won the New Mexico children's choice award in 2000 and was on several other state award lists. She and Joan Holub co-write the popular Goddess Girls series (ages 8 - 12) and four other series: Heroes in Training (ages 6 - 9), Grimmtastic Girls (ages 8 - 12), Thunder Girls (ages 8 - 12), and Little Goddess Girls (ages 5 - 8). You can visit her at her website: www.suzanne-williams.com

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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5.0 out of 5 stars Such a cute story
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2023
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Wonderful story and illustrations.
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Eileen M. Carlson
5.0 out of 5 stars A Tall Tale for Girls
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2009
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Library Lil is a great and funny picture book for kids about a determined young librarian who wants everyone to use and enjoy the library. It is a tall tale, which is the only truly American folk/traditional tale, in the spirit of Pecos Bill or Paul Bunyan with a female heroine; and it's the ONLY tall tale I know with a girl in the lead. Lil is a great role model who is able to singlehandedly haul a beat up bookmobile around and tame a wild motorcycle gang, all in the name of producing prolific readers in her small town. This is a great character who gives tribute to the usually under appreciated school librarian. Steven Kellogg's colorful and active illustrations add to the wildness of the story and the savvy of Lil's character. They allow children to see everything unfold as Lil's story is told. Lil is an unforgettable gal who delivers a good message about reading and with a surprise twist at the end she leaves them laughing when she goes! Believe me, when this one is used as a read aloud, the listeners will howl!
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5.0 out of 5 stars teacher approved
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2021
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This book was one that helped teach a writing lesson.
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Matt
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun book, great for many ages
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2011
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Given that it's a Steven Kellogg book, of course we expect great things. He illustrated, didn't author this one, but it's a great book. We got this from the library so many times that we finally bought our own. Good plot and pictures. Promotes books over TV, but allows compromise in the end. My 1 yo, 4 yo, 9 yo, 11 yo and 13 you all like this book. Cute and clever.
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Janet Nail
5.0 out of 5 stars Books caputure every heart.
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2015
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Not all superheroes wear a cape and tights! Some wear everyday clothes and introduce you to a world that is as big as the universe. Library Lil wakes up the town to the joys of reading--and then she captures the hearts of a motorcycle gang that has previously been hooked on television and wrestling.
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5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE LIBRARY LIL!
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2013
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THE STORY PULLS THE READER RIGHT IN! THE WHOLE TOWN IS INFLUENCED BY LIBRARY LIL'S ENTHUSIASM AND LOVE FOR READING! ENCOURAGES CHILDREN IN THIS COMPETITIVE WORLD OF TECHNOLOGY THAT THERE ARE BOOKS IN A WIDE ARRAY OF GENRES, WAITING FOR THEM TO PICK UP!
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Pat Thweatt
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read-aloud
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2013
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This is the book that I am going to read aloud to my kids on the first day of school. I'm all about reading and this one is a hilarious take on the usual stereotypical librarian. I highly recommend this this book.
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Karen Bayer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great tall tale!
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2013
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Steven Kellogg pictures and a great story make this a fun story. I have used it many times at the beginning of the school year in the library.
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Roxane Woelk
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on August 30, 2015
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Great for teaching hyperbole
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Teresa
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring Read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 2, 2014
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A bit dated but as a Librarian myself I found this very poignant.
Anyone can learn to read as Library Lil points out- whatever age and whatever written word.
Thanks Suzanne/Steven for an inspiring book.
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