ALA Booklist

In Kirk's fourth book about his cute little library mouse, Sam and his mouse friend Sarah leave the library to visit a museum. As this is Sam's first foray outside the library, he wants both of them to take an "explorer's journal" to record their adventure bad idea, Sarah thinks. The outing gives Sam several frights (dinosaur bones!), but ultimately Sarah takes to keeping a journal, and they return to the library a happy pair. Fans will relish this warmhearted new adventure, which is even more dramatic and visually exciting than the previous entries.

Horn Book (Wed Aug 01 00:00:00 CDT 2012)

The Library Mouse and his sidekick venture to the museum next door and encounter an artist--a cat who'd rather draw mice than eat them. This didactic addition to the series features more nods to adult art aficionados (lots of mouse versions of famous paintings) than interest for children. Fans, though, may not mind, and Kirk's art is appealing, if stiff.

School Library Journal (Sat Sep 01 00:00:00 CDT 2012)

K-Gr 3 There is an inherent connection between libraries and museums, and Library Mouse continues his adventures in a new arena as he encourages budding artists and authors. Daniel Kirk's delightful story (Abrams, 2012) about two mice friends exploring a museum is almost wholly dependent on Kirk's wonderful illustrations for meaning. Chris Sorensen's narration is serviceable, but the production would have benefited from some introductory music or sound effects. This museum adventure makes an ideal listen/read before a unit on journaling or a visit to an art or history museum. Library Mouse, Sam, who is a writer, and his friend, Sarah, an explorer, see marvelous examples of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, knights in shining armor, and a panoply of famous paintings (art details can be accessed at http://www.abramsbooks.com/librarymouse/LibraryMouse_Guide_FINAL.pdf ). Along the way, they meet a mysterious, if initially frightening, fellow artist who admires their work. Students will be inspired to bring along their own journals on museum field trips to record their sketches and write about what they see. Librarians, art teachers, and classroom teachers will find the colorful picture book a stimulating and useful tool for their lessons, so make sure it is always available along with the audio version. Lonna Pierce, MacArthur Elementary School, Binghamton, NY