Lyle at the Office
- Book Review,
by Bernard Waber
From Publishers Weekly
-82742-6. The author/artist's droll wit shines through both these titles; the first, featuring Waber's famous and much-loved crocodile hero, earned a starred review from PW. Ages 4-8. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From School Library Journal
PreSchool-Grade 2-Crocodile fans rejoice! Lyle is back and ready to take on the work world. When he visits Mr. Primm at his advertising office, he is an instant success. He sharpens pencils, delivers memos, and makes many friends. After listening to him munch his way through a box of Krispie Krunchie Krackles, Mr. Bigg, the big boss attempts to recruit Lyle as a spokesreptile for the cereal. Mr. Primm refuses to allow his friend to pose for the ad and is fired. On Halloween night, while answering a desperate cry for help coming from an abandoned house, the family discovers Mr. Bigg hanging from a ceiling fixture. Lyle picks up the ladder and helps their new neighbor climb down. The happy ending is complete when Mr. Primm is invited to return to the agency. This is another appealing installment in the adventures of lovable Lyle. Contemporary touches, such as a pair of working moms (Mrs. Primm and Lyle's mother) and a company day-care center, bring this classic crocodile into the '90s. Although the plot unfolds a little bit like a sitcom, the text reads smoothly and builds to a neat conclusion. Waber's trademark watercolor and crayon illustrations are filled with warmth and humor. Lyle's always expressive face shines with pride while showing baby pictures of the youngest Primm, clouds with worry while listening to pleas for help, and smiles with contentment when everything turns out right. Totally satisfying.Joy Fleishhacker, New York Public LibraryCopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Booklist
Ages 4-8. Lyle, that lovable crocodile, returns, and now he's spending some time at Mr. Primm's office. There seems to be no particular reason for the trip downtown; it's not like it's Take-Your-Crocodile-to-Work Day or anything, but once he's in the office, Lyle meets the staff, sharpens pencils, enjoys lunch in the cafeteria, and spends time in the company's day-care center surrounded by kiddies (if he weren't green, you might mistake Lyle for Barney). But when Mr. Primm's boss, Al Bigg, wants to use Lyle in Krispie Krunchie Krackles' new advertising campaign, Mr. Primm protectively says no and loses his job for his trouble. Some of this is rather silly, and it all gets resolved, amicably, of course, but that's one of the pleasures of the series. The action is recognizable and not very threatening (the family breezes right through unemployment), yet there is never a dull moment in these books. Also noteworthy is the art. Waber seems at the top of his game here. The pictures are delightful, very busy, with lots of bits that can be looked at again and again. It's hard to go wrong with Lyle, and libraries may have to order enough copies to go around. Ilene Cooper
From Kirkus Reviews
Lyle the crocodile is back and he's in demand, especially when he goes with Mr. Primm to the office. He catches the eye of Primm's boss, Mr. Bigg, who thinks Lyle would be the perfect pitchman for Krispie Krunchie Krackles cereal. Primm says no, which costs him his job. When Halloween arrives, Lyle and the Primms go trick-or- treating and hear cries for help coming from the abandoned house next door. They find Mr. Bigg, who has knocked over his ladder and is stuck holding onto the chandelier. They rescue him and are surprised to hear he will be moving in soon. When Mr. Bigg throws a housewarming party, Lyle and the Primms are invited, and Mr. Primm is offered his job back. This latest addition to the Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile series meanders a bit, but most would follow the lovable Lyle anywhere, and Waber's illustrations are, as usual, completely winning. (Picture book. 4-8) -- Copyright ©1994, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.
Review
"Crocodile fans rejoice! Lyle is back and ready to take on the work world. Totally satisfying."
Review
"Crocodile fans rejoice! Lyle is back and ready to take on the work world. Totally satisfying."
Book Description
When Lyle the Crocodile visits Mr. Primm's advertising office, he has tons of fun and makes lots of friends. He also gets Mr. Primm fired. However, Lyle manages to save Mr. Primm's career when he rescues the boss, Mr. Bigg, from the local haunted house.
Card catalog description
When Lyle the crocodile visits Mr. Primm's advertising office, he is almost recruited as the Krispie Krunchie Krackles cereal spokesperson.
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