Literacy Activities Inspired by Free Little Libraries

By the Author of The Traveling Book

Encourage a love of reading, community, and book sharing with this Little Library Activity Book inspired by the magic of Little Free Libraries.

Created by Charissa Bates, steward of Hogwarts Little Free Library, this printable activity pack helps students explore reading in creative ways while learning about the joy of sharing books with others.

Perfect for classrooms, libraries, homeschool, and literacy programs, these activities encourage students to think about books in new ways and connect reading to real-world experiences.

Students will explore reading challenges, book themed puzzles, and creative activities that inspire curiosity and kindness through books.

What’s Included

• Little Library themed reading challenges
• Create-your-own word search activity
• Literacy prompts that encourage reading exploration
• Activities that promote visiting and caring for Little Free Libraries
• Printable pages that are easy to use in classrooms or at home

Skills Students Practice

• Reading engagement
• Literacy exploration
• Critical thinking
• Community awareness
• Creativity

Perfect For

• Elementary classrooms
• Library centers
• Reading challenges
• Summer reading programs
• Literacy events
• Little Free Library visits

Grade Level

Best for Grades 2–5, but adaptable for other ages.

About the Creator

Charissa Bates is a children’s author, children’s mental health therapist, and steward of Hogwarts Little Free Library. She writes stories and creates literacy resources that inspire curiosity, kindness, and a love of books.