Books Travel the World
A touching and compelling book about how some librarians travel the world in impossible ways―by boat, donkey, elephant, and more― hoping to change a child's life, by handing them a book.
From Colombia to Kenya and Syria to Thailand, real life librarians bring books to children who don’t have easy access to a library. This creative non-fiction tale shows how librarians in 10 countries travel far and wide to deliver books to hungry readers without local access to libraries. A wonderful way to educate readers on the often overlooked, heroic lives of librarians.
All around the world, children wait for books.
So….
book lovers’ cross seas,
trek up narrow trails,
down steep, rocky paths,
over swift rivers,
and through dark forests.
They journey by foot,
on sturdy animals,
and with unique vehicles,
delivering books to children.
Reviews
Librarians are on the move! Children across the world delight in reading books
A beautiful, beautiful book!
From the opening line, “All around the world, children wait for books” to the last, “children read,” Books Travel the World takes readers to lands, near and far, where real life librarians travel with their mobile libraries to put books in the hands of children. Delightfully written, with illustrations -- whimsical and rich in color and detail, the story captures children’s love of books -- the magic and joy of reading -- connecting book-lovers across the globe. A rich read for all ages.
-JeanMPoz
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One More Story, Please!
I just had a wonderful time with my 8 year old grandson. He wanted to read a new book to me he just received. He was so proud he could read it. And he smiled every time he looked into my eyes and said by memory, “One more story please!” I was so proud of him. It’s such a nice story!
-Grandpa Bob
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A Celebration of Books and the Way they Make their Way to Children
This book takes readers to several countries around the world showing unique ways that books make their way to children. From boat to elephant to bicycle librarians bring stories to children. Complete with back matter this book will broaden readers’ understanding of the world and cultures. A must read for book lovers.
-Marcie Flinchum Atkins
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Beautiful Tribute to Librarians and the Joy of Reading
All over the world, children who do not have access to library buildings receive books by boat, by donkey, by camel, and even by elephant through the dedicated efforts of traveling librarians. This beautiful book shares many different kinds of fascinating mobile libraries and the librarians who foster the love of reading with children who clamor for "One more story, please!" Endnotes give more information on the different places and vehicles which distribute books to children. The richly-hued illustrations are eye-catching. A lovely tribute to the joy of reading and the importance of libraries.
-Ms Jules
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Wawona Library
For anyone with a travel bug or love for cultural exchange, I highly recommend this book for kids! It's our new family favorite and I will be buying many copies as gifts for friends with kids for a while!
-Leigh Prezhop
