Lion Lullaby by Kate Banks, Lauren Tobia
Published by Candlewick Press on January 25, 2022
ISBN: 1536209821
Pages: 32
Genres: Animals
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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Young lion cubs are gently encouraged to make their way home to their mother in this counting book for preschool listeners.  Dusk is coming to the savanna and each full spread page provides the various animals and situations lion cubs may encounter on their way back to their pride.  Wiggly cobras, braying zebras, bees and a herd of wildebeests provides distractions and activities for the cubs as the refrain gentle states, “Oh little lions, run along home.”  Tobia’s illustrations provide a variety of vegetation, animals and cute spunky, lion cubs.  This picture book lends itself to animal enthusiasts, preschool story times about lions or parents who want to impress going to bed in a subtle way.

Reviewed by Sheila Dube, Youth Services Librarian, Springvale Public Library