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
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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
10 Little-Known Facts about Little Free Libraries
As we celebrate 10 years of Little Free Library book exchanges, we’re reminiscing about a decade of surprising, inspiring, and sometimes-bizarre bits of Little Free Library lore. Here are 10… Continue reading 10 Little-Known Facts about Little Free Libraries
10 Little Free Libraries in Gorgeous Warm-Weather Locations
Are you stuck in winter’s polar vortex, dreaming of flip flops instead of snow boots? If you’re like us, you’re also dreaming of Little Free Libraries in steamy climates and… Continue reading 10 Little Free Libraries in Gorgeous Warm-Weather Locations