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Little Libraries, Big Heroes Hardcover – Picture Book, September 3, 2019

by Miranda Paul (Author), John Parra (Illustrator)
4.9 out of 5 stars 95 ratings
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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.
 
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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  1. Reading age
    4 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    750L
  6. Dimensions
    9.5 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Clarion Books
  8. Publication date
    September 3, 2019
  9. ISBN-10
    0544800273
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0544800274
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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 the award-winning author of more than a dozen books for children, including Right Now!, illustrated by Bea Jackson, Speak Up, illustrated by Ebony Glenn, and Little Libraries, Big Heroes, illustrated by John Parra. She is a founding member of the organization We Need Diverse Books and lives with her family in Green Bay, Wisconsin. 



John Parra is the Pura Belpré Honor award–winning illustrator of many books for young readers, including Hey, Wall: A Story of Art and Community by Susan Verde and Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos by Monica Brown, which was named a New York Times Best Illustrated Book. He is also a designer, educator, and fine artist whose work can be seen on six new Forever Stamps titled Delicioso from the U.S. Post Office. He lives with his wife, Maria, in Queens, New York.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books (September 3, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0544800273
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0544800274
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 750L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.5 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 out of 5 stars 95 ratings

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    Miranda Paul is the award-winning children's author of One Plastic Bag, Water is Water, Whose Hands Are These? and Nine Months, a 2019 Boston Globe Horn Book Honor for Nonfiction. Miranda presents often at schools and libraries. One of her bravest moments involved reciting poetry inside a crocodile pit.

    Miranda's recent releases include I Am Farmer; Little Libraries, Big Heroes; Peace/Paz; and Speak Up—an NEA book Pick. Visit www.mirandapaul.com for more.

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    John Parra is a best-selling, award-winning artist, illustrator, author, and educator, widely recognized for his award-winning, Latino themed children’s picture books and commercial artwork. Passionate about art and literacy, he frequently speaks as a visiting artist at schools and literary conferences across the country. John currently resides in Queens, New York.

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"A super story about one man who created a little library from his heart, shared it to touch others, and saw the power of growth through community,..." Read more

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What a wonderful book about The Little Free Library 📖 Such an encouraging story! We have several of Little Free Libraries in La Crosse and I love to see what's inside of them 👀 The illustrations are gorgeous in this book and I can't wait to share it with my nieces 😍 Little Libraries Big Heroes also serves as a good reminder that the positive actions of regular people are what make communities better. 💕 It's a short illustrated book perfect for reading to kids who are patient enough to listen for 5-10 minutes. I also really enjoyed reading it as adupt.
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  • Stories by Storie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Nonfiction Picture Book
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2019
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    You have probably seen a little free library in your neighborhood or town, but have you ever wondered how they got started? This book tells the story of Todd Bol, the man who brought them to life.⁣
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    As a child, Todd loved heroes, but as someone who struggled to read, he didn’t feel very heroic. When he got older, he combined the joy he got from helping others with the memory of his mother who taught the neighborhood kids how to read to create a little library. It took a lot of work and help from others for this idea to take off, but I am so glad he didn’t give up!⁣
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    Not only would this be a great book to share with your class or at home with your own children, but it may just inspire a child to make a positive difference in the lives of others!⁣
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  • Stephanie K.
    5.0 out of 5 stars If You Love Little Free Libraries You Will Love This Book
    Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2019
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    I adore this book! I am the steward of two Little Free Libraries and I was so delighted when this book was published. I am passionate about books and reading and I love sharing books and getting others excited about reading, and this book will definitely accomplish this. A great book for children and adults who are young at heart. If you love books and Little Free Libraries get this book immediately!
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  • lucila
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wellcomed present
    Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2021
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    My grandaughter loves this book. She found it in her school and has been asking for it until I bought it for her. She is very happy now to have it at home.
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  • HeatherL
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, wonderful true stories!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2020
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    As a steward of a Little Free Library, an avid reader, and lover of books, I really enjoyed this book! I'm excited to put my copy into our LFL so our friends and neighbors of any age can learn more about LFLs and how they got their start.
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  • Hallee Adelman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Little Library Big Book
    Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2019
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    A super story about one man who created a little library from his heart, shared it to touch others, and saw the power of growth through community, caring, and heroic stewards.
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  • J. Faulkes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great man, great book
    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2019
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    Great book! I heard about Mr. Bol after his passing on NPR and had to buy this for my kids.
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  • Ruth K Hallmark
    5.0 out of 5 stars Informational
    Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2020
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    Learned a lot. Very good history of these little libraries.
    Donated to a school once I was finished
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  • Becky Rhinehart
    5.0 out of 5 stars A feel good book
    Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2019
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    It was a very informative and inspirational book about helping others get books.
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