There are now Little Free Libraries on all seven continents! We are thrilled to introduce the first Little Free Library in Antarctica, which was established by Dr. Russell Schnell at the… Continue reading This Little Free Library at the South Pole is the First in Antarctica
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NFL Steeler Cameron Heyward Is Bringing Little Free Libraries to Pittsburgh
On the football field, Pittsburgh Steeler Cam Heyward is a well-known defensive star, but off the field he’s earning a new title: literacy MVP. Heyward was recently awarded the NFL… Continue reading NFL Steeler Cameron Heyward Is Bringing Little Free Libraries to Pittsburgh
Read in Color: Announcing Little Free Library’s Diverse Books Initiative in Minneapolis
We are thrilled to announce the launch of READ IN COLOR, a timely initiative bringing diverse books to LFL book-sharing boxes across the country and around the world. [TAKE ACTION:… Continue reading Read in Color: Announcing Little Free Library’s Diverse Books Initiative in Minneapolis
Literati and Little Free Library Team Up to Share Kids’ Books in Austin
We’re delighted to announce a new partnership with Literati, a subscription book club company, that will increase access to books and instill a love of reading for children in Austin, Texas.… Continue reading Literati and Little Free Library Team Up to Share Kids’ Books in Austin
Little Free Library Included in Major Grant to Improve Literacy among Native American Youth
A team of UNC Greensboro researchers has been awarded a $1.4 million Institute of Museum and Library Services grant to increase access to literacy resources and libraries for Native American children and families. UNCG will… Continue reading Little Free Library Included in Major Grant to Improve Literacy among Native American Youth
Why Sharing Diverse Books in Little Free Libraries Matters
This summer, readers are flooding Little Free Library book-sharing boxes with diverse books that amplify Black voices. Sarah Kamya, a New York high-school counselor and Little Free Library steward, is… Continue reading Why Sharing Diverse Books in Little Free Libraries Matters
PBS KIDS and Little Free Library Team Up for Story-Times this Summer
In the latest addition to its ongoing “Read-Along” initiative on Facebook and YouTube, PBS KIDS has partnered with Little Free Library for a collection of story-time videos this summer designed… Continue reading PBS KIDS and Little Free Library Team Up for Story-Times this Summer
Best Practices at Little Free Libraries During the Coronavirus Outbreak
With concerns around COVID-19 a priority, we want to share information with you, our valued stewards and supporters, about best practices at Little Free Library book-sharing boxes. First, we encourage… Continue reading Best Practices at Little Free Libraries During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Introducing Our Little Women Libraries!
Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March would approve: The Little Free Library nonprofit organization and Sony Pictures are unveiling Little Women-themed book-sharing boxes in ten U.S. cities! The “Little Women Libraries” celebrate… Continue reading Introducing Our Little Women Libraries!
Letter from the Executive Director: Little Free Library’s Trademark
To the Little Free Library Community: There have been a number of concerns raised about registered Little Free Library trademarks and the implications to the book-sharing community. We would like… Continue reading Letter from the Executive Director: Little Free Library’s Trademark