HOMEPAGE - LITTLE FREE LIBRARYMAPREGISTERFAQSBUILDPROGRAMSBOOKS Read in Color is expanding nationwide! We’re excited to bring this initiative to Tulsa, Oklahoma, the first of nine more cities this year. Twenty-six new Little Free Libraries will be established at Tulsa schools, with the first unveiled at Eugene Field Elementary. LITTLE FREE LIBRARY MAP The Little Free Library map is below! If you’re looking for Little Free Library locations near you, then you’re in the right spot. Click a button in the Library Search Tool below to START YOUR OWN LITTLE FREE LIBRARY Insider’s Guide to Starting a Little Free Library. Sign up below to get your Free Insider’s Guide To Starting A Little Free Library! Full of tips from veteran Little Free Library stewards, you can benefit from their years of experience and learn the smart way to build, install, stock and promote your library. PLANS AND TIPS FOR LIBRARY BUILDERS Get the Must-Have Guide for Little Free Library Builders. This is your complete source for Little Free Library designs, including plans for 12 different structures, step-by-step photography and instructions, inspirational examples, and maintenance. EASY ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR LITTLE FREE LIBRARY There’s a growing body of research that shows when you focus on being kind to others, rather than doing things for yourself, you feel happier and more positive. It’s like the kindness you put out into the world comes back to you! Starting a Little Free Library book-sharing box is a wonderful way to give back to your community, but if you’ve got the time and resources, why not surprise

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Action Book Club. How it works | What is provided | FAQ. We believe that books can inspire you to make the world a better place—starting in your own neighborhood! In a twist on the traditional book club, Little Free Library’s Action Book Club™ combines reading and community service. Participants read books on timely topics, engage in lively discussions, and take part in meaningful—and LITTLE FREE LIBRARY SHOP Buy a Little Free Library from the people who started the book-sharing movement! Your purchase supports our nonprofit mission to inspire readers, build community, and expand book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led libraries. Our library models are weather-resistant, long-lasting, and handcrafted in America. Choose from ready-to-assemble kits or a variety of pre-built

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Ingredients Two sheets of ¾” thick nominal 4’ x 8’ CDX (exterior grade) plywood. Four three-inch flat L -brackets. A sheet of 1/16” thick plexiglass, at least 15” x 15”. LITTLE FREE LIBRARIES ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET Give a Newspaper Vending Box New Life. In this digital age, many print publications like magazines and newspapers are going out of business. Don’t let this get you down, the tremendous growth of Little Free Library book exchanges is one great indicator that print books aren’t going out of style any time soon. LIBRARY BUILD CASE STUDY: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT Building Four Little Free Libraries. Next up, the fun part! Organizing a build day and assembling four Little Free Library Kits. “The Kit is great for a build day for your Scout troop and friends as each of the four Libraries goes together the exact same way, so leading the project is easy,” reported Jim. HOMEPAGE - LITTLE FREE LIBRARYMAPREGISTERFAQSBUILDPROGRAMSBOOKS Read in Color is expanding nationwide! We’re excited to bring this initiative to Tulsa, Oklahoma, the first of nine more cities this year. Twenty-six new Little Free Libraries will be established at Tulsa schools, with the first unveiled at Eugene Field Elementary. LITTLE FREE LIBRARY MAP The Little Free Library map is below! If you’re looking for Little Free Library locations near you, then you’re in the right spot. Click a button in the Library Search Tool below to START YOUR OWN LITTLE FREE LIBRARY Insider’s Guide to Starting a Little Free Library. Sign up below to get your Free Insider’s Guide To Starting A Little Free Library! Full of tips from veteran Little Free Library stewards, you can benefit from their years of experience and learn the smart way to build, install, stock and promote your library. PLANS AND TIPS FOR LIBRARY BUILDERS Get the Must-Have Guide for Little Free Library Builders. This is your complete source for Little Free Library designs, including plans for 12 different structures, step-by-step photography and instructions, inspirational examples, and maintenance. EASY ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR LITTLE FREE LIBRARY There’s a growing body of research that shows when you focus on being kind to others, rather than doing things for yourself, you feel happier and more positive. It’s like the kindness you put out into the world comes back to you! Starting a Little Free Library book-sharing box is a wonderful way to give back to your community, but if you’ve got the time and resources, why not surprise

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Action Book Club. How it works | What is provided | FAQ. We believe that books can inspire you to make the world a better place—starting in your own neighborhood! In a twist on the traditional book club, Little Free Library’s Action Book Club™ combines reading and community service. Participants read books on timely topics, engage in lively discussions, and take part in meaningful—and LITTLE FREE LIBRARY SHOP Buy a Little Free Library from the people who started the book-sharing movement! Your purchase supports our nonprofit mission to inspire readers, build community, and expand book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led libraries. Our library models are weather-resistant, long-lasting, and handcrafted in America. Choose from ready-to-assemble kits or a variety of pre-built

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Ingredients Two sheets of ¾” thick nominal 4’ x 8’ CDX (exterior grade) plywood. Four three-inch flat L -brackets. A sheet of 1/16” thick plexiglass, at least 15” x 15”. LITTLE FREE LIBRARIES ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET Give a Newspaper Vending Box New Life. In this digital age, many print publications like magazines and newspapers are going out of business. Don’t let this get you down, the tremendous growth of Little Free Library book exchanges is one great indicator that print books aren’t going out of style any time soon. LIBRARY BUILD CASE STUDY: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT Building Four Little Free Libraries. Next up, the fun part! Organizing a build day and assembling four Little Free Library Kits. “The Kit is great for a build day for your Scout troop and friends as each of the four Libraries goes together the exact same way, so leading the project is easy,” reported Jim. ABOUT LITTLE FREE LIBRARY Little Free Library’s Mission and Vision. Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization based in Hudson, Wisconsin. Our mission is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little

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BOOKGIVE - LITTLE FREE LIBRARY BookGive is a nonprofit dedicated to delivering free books throughout the seven-county Denver metro region. FIRST BOOK MARKETPLACE First Book is a non-profit that provides access to free and low-cost new books for those who work with children from low-income families. That includes LFL stewards serving low-income communities! APPLY FOR AN IMPACT LIBRARY Little Free Library provides free book exchanges for places where they can have meaningful impact. These libraries are made possible by direct donations from individuals and organizations to Little Free Library’s Impact Library Program. Additional funding comes from Little Free Library’s sales and registration revenues. REGISTRATION PROCESS If you have already registered your library by purchasing a charter sign and you know your charter number, you can now add your library to the world map! Just fill out this online form.. Remember, a charter sign and number are included with libraries purchased through our online store. If you built your own library, then you first need to register and purchase a charter sign before you can add BOOKS ON BULLYING AND RACIAL DISCRIMINATION Books available on the topics of bullying and racial discrimination for young adults and new adults. These books are fiction. Contact for

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READ IN COLOR RESOURCES Help Spread Read in Color to More Communities. Children everywhere deserve to see themselves in the books they read. While Read in Color is kicking off in the Twin Cities area, our goal is to spread the program nationwide. You can help us reach this goal by donating today! Check the box on our online donation form to tell us you’re making a Read in Color donation and your gift will be used FREE CHILDREN’S BOOKS FOR MN LFL STEWARDS The Free Book Buggie is a nonprofit dedicated to providing access to free children’s books throughout the 7 county Mpls/St. Paul MN metro region. Help us share the love of reading with children through your

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