Eagle Project: Box Libraries

This project aims to increase access to books in communities. Up to 61% of low-income families do not have any books for their kids at home. As a boy scout, I have addressed this eminent problem by making three so called “box libraries” as my eagle project. These "box libraries" are light up boxes which are placed in people's yards that consists of books and open for the community to use. These books can be taken and returned at one's will eliminating the hassle of going to a local library. The “box library” will also give book access to those who need it most. The box has two visible shelves and a swinging door to protect the books inside from the weather outside. Additionally, each box has a solar panel strip light on the inside of the box which switches on in the dark. Books for these box libraries have been generously donated by the families of Troop 390 and now sit in my box libraries to be used by others.