Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012
Book Uncle and Me
By Uma Krishnaswami, Julianna Swaney (Illustrator)
A young girl named Yasmin visits a free library on the corner and returns a book about doves and their king, who gets stuck in a hunter's net.
152 pages· 15,819 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Summary: Nine-year-old Yasmin loves borrowing books from Book Uncle's street library. When the mayor threatens to shut it down, Yasmin faces a challenge: how can a kid make a difference? With local elections looming, Yasmin, her friends, and neighbors rally together, inspired by a book's idea. As their grassroots campaign unfolds, Yasmin learns the power of community and activism. Can they save the library, or will their efforts spiral out of control? Dive into this lively tale of friendship, determination, and the love of books, where every small action can lead to big change.









