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The Little Stone Buddha

by Grace Lin

A small statue, a shared city space

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A small statue, a shared city space

When a little stone Buddha lands in a neglected corner of a busy city street, its presence prompts passersby to reconsider how that shared space is treated. The picture-book premise links individual choices with community care, tracing how a modest gesture can influence a place and the people who pass through it. Inspired by a true story, the book centers on noticing what has been overlooked and imagining how neighbors might make it better together.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 interested in city life and community stories
  • Families and educators looking for a picture book about shared spaces and small acts of care

Themes

CommunityCivic careSmall actions and changeUrban life

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Book overview

A gorgeous picture book about a community coming together to build something beautiful, from award-winning and New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Grace Lin.

When a small stone Buddha falls off a cyclist's wagon, he lands in a neglected part of a busy city street. People often throw trash here, turning this part of the city into a rather unpleasant sight. But as passersby begin to notice the little stone Buddha, they start to wonder: what if we each made a small change that brightened this shared part of our community?

Inspired by a true story, The Little Stone Buddha shows us how a small action--or, in this case, a small Buddha--can change a moment, which can change a decision, which can change the spirit, which can, in the end, change everything.
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