Read In Color
We at the Gardens believe that diverse books, like diverse ecosystems, lead to a better understanding of the world around us.
Read in Color is a national program through Little Free Library and distributes books that provide perspectives on racism and social justice; celebrate BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized voices; and incorporate experiences from all identities for all readers. Sheboygan is categorized as a “book dessert” with low access to books in individual households. Bookworm Gardens has planted 10 book-sharing boxes filled with culturally relevant books throughout the community to increase access to diverse literature!
Collaborative Partners Include:
Above and Beyond Children's Museum
Aurora Children’s Health - Sheboygan
Black American Community Outreach of Sheboygan
Green Bicycle Company
Hello Happiness Creativity Center
John Michael Kohler Arts Center
Mead Public Library and the City of Sheboygan
Nourish Farms
Partners for Community Development
Sheboygan County Circuit Court, Branch II
Sheboygan LGBTQ Alliance
Additional Partners Include:
Grant Partner: Little Free Library
Corporate Partner: Kohler Company
Funding Partners: First Congregational Church of Sheboygan, Garton Family Foundation, Kohler Foundation Inc.
Book Partner: WordHaven BookHouse
Local Author Partner: Charm Der of My Happiness Counts
Here are some ways you can support:
Share Books: If you have any books in good condition that you’d like to share, please feel free to share them in any of the Little Free Libraries located throughout town!
Buy Books: We’ve also created a registry on Amazon. Books received will be dispersed in the Little Free Libraries.
Donate: Give to the project online through a donation to Bookworm Gardens!
Contact us with questions at info@bookwormgardens.org
