Books on Bikes

Written by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell · Illustrated by Brizida Magro

A child's love for books sparks a community transformation.

4.2 Goodreads · 145 ratings

40 pages· 613 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· ~490L

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Bookroo's summary

Lía adores books, but they're scarce in her town. Inspired by her literary heroes, she embarks on a mission to share stories with her neighbors. As she pedals her bike, she discovers the power of books to unite and uplift her community. Will her small act of kindness ignite a larger change? Dive into a tale where imagination and determination turn pages into bridges, connecting hearts and minds.

From the publisher

Inspired by real-life book bike programs, this magnificent picture book from the authors of Maybe Something Beautiful celebrates how one child’s small act can transform communities. Lía loves books, and she reads all the time–even while walking her trusty bike through town. But sometimes books can be hard to come by. When Lía discovers her neighbors are as eager for books as she is, she takes a page from the heroes she has read about and pedals into action! Taking inspiration from the many books-and-bikes projects across the world, Books on Bikes salutes the kind hearts and innovative acts of everyday people who spread community through the magic of reading. Also available in a Spanish-language editionDon’t miss the authors’ award-winning Maybe Something Beautiful, illustrated by three-time Pura Belpré winner and bestselling illustrator Rafael López

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