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

About the Book

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.

Discover how one person's tribute to his mother sparked a worldwide movement about the power of sharing books.

• Based on a True Story: Learn about Todd Bol, a boy who struggled with reading but grew up to start a global movement in honor of his book-loving mother.
• Building Community, One Book at a Time: See how a tiny library made from an old door brought neighbors together and showed how small acts of kindness can have a big impact.
• Inspiring Young Activists: A heartwarming tale that shows children they have the power to be heroes and make a difference in their own neighborhoods.
• A Celebration of Books: Perfect for little bookworms, this story celebrates the joy of reading and sharing stories with friends, family, and the whole community.

Review Quotes

"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