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Little Libraries, Big Heroes - by  Miranda Paul (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

Little Libraries, Big Heroes - by Miranda Paul (Hardcover)

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  • From an award-winning author and illustrator, the inspiring story of how the Little Free Library organization brings communities together through books, from founder Todd Bol's first installation to the creation of more than 75,000 mini-libraries around the world.
  • 4-7 Years
  • 10.6" x 9.1" Hardcover
  • 40 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Books & Libraries

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From an award-winning author and illustrator, the inspiring story of how the Little Free Library organization brings communities together through books, from founder Todd Bol's first installation to the creation of more than 75,000 mini-libraries around the world.



Book Synopsis



From an award-winning author and illustrator, the inspiring story of how the Little Free Library organization brings communities together through books, from founder Todd Bol's first installation to the creation of more than 75,000 mini-libraries around the world.

Todd and his friends love heroes. But in school, Todd doesn't feel heroic. Reading is hard for him, and he gets scolded for asking too many questions. How will he ever become the kind of hero he admires?

Featuring stunning illustrations that celebrate the diversity of the Little Free Library movement, here is the story of how its founder, Todd Bol, became a literacy superhero. Thanks to Todd and thousands of volunteers--many of whom are kids--millions of books have been enjoyed around the world.

This creative movement inspires a love of reading, strengthens communities, and provides meeting places where new friendships, ideas--and heroes!--spring to life.

Includes an author's note and bibliography.



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"Little Libraries, Big Heroes captures the magic of the Little Free Library movement and the power of a single person to make a difference. When kids read this book, we think they'll want to be big heroes, too! Highly recommended!" --Margret Aldrich, program manager at the national Little Free Library nonprofit organization and author of The Little Free Library Book "This book proves ordinary people can do extraordinary, life-changing things. Readers will be inspired to make their own difference in the world." --Pat Zietlow Miller, NYT bestselling author of Be Kind "[A] celebration and history of the Little Free Library movement....A book to share about book-sharing at its best."--Kirkus "The way the text traces Bol's big idea back to its emotional source offers a path to heroes literary and ordinary both." --Publishers Weekly "Kids curious about the little neighborhood libraries that look a bit like oversized mailboxes or book-holding birdhouses will be interested to find out how they came to be and how a simple idea can gain traction."--Booklist "[T]he story will appeal to and inspire all ages to join the movement. An important book recognizing a true ­everyday hero."--School Library Journal --




About the Author



Miranda Paul is an award-winning author and a founding member of the organization We Need Diverse Books. She lives in Green Bay, WI. www.mirandapaul.com Twitter: @Miranda_Paul

John Parra is the Pura Belpré Honor-winning illustrator of many books for young readers, including Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book. He lives in Queens, NY. www.johnparraart.com Twitter: @johnparraart

Dimensions (Overall): 10.6 Inches (H) x 9.1 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .85 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-7 Years
Number of Pages: 40
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Books & Libraries
Publisher: Clarion Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Miranda Paul
Language: English
Street Date: September 3, 2019
TCIN: 1001923645
UPC: 9780544800274
Item Number (DPCI): 247-19-6815
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 9.1 inches width x 10.6 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.85 pounds
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16 September, 2025

Incredible!

A beautiful story shared by an educated author… coming from a little library steward, this is a wonderful insight into the little libraries history. Adults and children alike can enjoy it. It gives you a newfound appreciation when you see a cute little library. It also fills your heart with inspiration just knowing how such an ordinary man can change the world for the better. Worth every penny.
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