Libraries have always been an integral part of my life. They are about so much more than books. They provide knowledge, ideas, creativity, space to think, time to breath and so much more. They are free to all, which is a rarity.
Today sees the start of ‘The Big Share‘, and I would encourage you, if you can, to participate.
Little Free Library is a non for profit organisation that inspires a love of reading. It is known that children growing up in homes without access to books are generally 3 years behind children in homes with lots of books , but Little Free Library is not just for children, it is for everyone. The free book exchange libraries help to build better access to books for everyone.
This weekend ( May 17th – May 19th) is a celebration of the organisations 10th anniversary.’The Big Share‘ is an invitation to book lovers everywhere to participate. Here’s how:
- Stop by a Little Free Library (they are in over 90+ countries)
- Take a photo of your visit
- Share on social media with #LFL10
- You’ll be entered into a prize draw for a $20 e gift card for the LFL store
- Spread the word!
There is a map on the website of where the LFL’s are. If you can’t find one you can start your own!
Now more than ever I feel we need to find ways to encourage reading for all. Little Free Libraries are one way to improve social equity – in my book (pardon the pun), that is a very good thing indeed!