Celebrate
Library Lovers Day
14th February
HISTORICAL
In Fez, Morocco, Al-Qarawiyyin Library stands as the world’s oldest library still in use. In 1359 by Fatima al-Fihri, a visionary woman used her inherited fortune to create a center of learning where students could earn certified degrees—she even earned one herself! The library houses over 4,000 rare books, including a 9th-century Quran, preserving centuries of knowledge and history in a truly magical setting.
CONTEMPORARY
Plainsfield Public Library, NJ, USA is a wonderland for kids! They step into a magical rainforest with a giant tree mural, a rope bridge, and a faux lily pond to spark imagination. Middle graders will love their very own space, in a cozy tent packed with teen books and magazines. It’s a perfect blend of adventure and reading fun—how cool is that!
INNOVATIVE
The Alif Laila Rickshaw Library is a mobile library in Pakistan, serving over 6,000 children, especially girls, in underserved communities. It offers books, puzzles, and activities to inspire imagination, critical thinking, and a love for learning. Focused on improving early-grade reading, it also fosters literacy, social skills, and empathy through storytelling and interactive experiences.
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