Biblioburro: A True Story from Colombia

A librarian rides on a donkey

Product Description: Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there's barely room for the family. What to do? Then he comes up with the perfect solution — a traveling library! He buys two donkeys — Alfa and Beto — and travels with them throughout the land, bringing books and reading to the children in faraway villages.

Language: English
Culture/Community: Colombian / Colombian American
Heritage & History: Hispanic Heritage and History
Themes for Children: Community Helpers
Format: Picture Book
Age Level: 6-9
Publisher: Beach Lane Books
9781416997788