KLF BOX LIBRARY
Every child deserves a world of stories
For children in hospitals and orphanages, days can feel long and heavy. A story can change that.
The KLF Box Library Project brings mini-libraries filled with beautiful books into pediatrics wards and children’s homes across Lagos — giving children comfort, joy, and a reason to smile.
What is the KLF Box Library?
The KLF Box Library is a beacon of hope and imagination for children in hospitals and children’s homes.
Each library is a compact, mobile box filled with 50–100 carefully chosen books — picture books, wordless picture books, chapter books, plays, and high-interest nonfiction. These stories offer children comfort, courage, and the joy of discovery, even from a hospital bed.
A single deployment means one Box Library placed in a children’s ward, ensuring that every child in that ward has access to stories that brighten long days and bring families together around books.
Why this Project Matters
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Comfort and calm during treatment and recovery
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Continued learning when school is on hold
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Family bonding through shared reading
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Positive ward culture that supports healing
Our pilot projects estimate 1,000–1,500 children reached each year in Lagos as placements expand across hospitals and child-care centres.
How It Works
From curation to care, each KLF Box Library is set up, stocked, and refreshed so children always have a story within reach.
Curate
We select durable, engaging books for different reading levels and interests, with attention to cultural relevance.
Install
We place the KLF Box Library in a child-friendly, accessible spot agreed with hospitals and orphanages
Read
Children and families choose a book for bedside reading. We also host periodic author read-alouds and quiet storytimes.
So Far...
Where We Are Now
Gbagada General Hospital, Paediatrics Ward
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Installed: 4 September 2025
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1 KLF Box Library, ~50 titles
Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba.
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Installed: 30 May 2026
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1 KLF Box Library, ~50 titles
Next in View...
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Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja paediatric wards
Testimonials
My daughter was so happy when she saw the books. She asked me to pick a book right away and has been asking if she can read other books. I like that we can just write our names down and borrow any book. Thank you for this initiative.”
~ Aisha's Mum, Parent, Gbagada General Hospital.
Children walked up and picked favourites immediately. The mood in the ward shifted.”
~ Nurse, Paediatrics Ward, Gbagada General Hospital
Previously in View, Now Launched
On 30 May 2026, The Kid Lit Foundation, in partnership with Our Reality Initiative, launched its second KLF Box Library at the LUTH Paediatric Ward.
This launch brought carefully selected books into a hospital space where children can read, imagine, and find comfort through stories.
A New KLF Box at LUTH
The LUTH Box Library launch brought together partners, donors, and creatives who share our belief that children should have access to books wherever they are.
Through generous book donations from, Chris Haughton, Ayikwa Books, TAP Books, Kiki ABC Books, and other valued contributors, alongside a special reading session with author Ugo Anidi, the launch became a meaningful moment of stories, access, and care.
Launch Highlights
The launch brought together KLF, Our Reality Initiative, LUTH representatives, medical staff, and donors for a heartfelt gathering, with reading, conversations, and moments that made the day special.
The KLF core team beside the newly launched Box Library at the LUTH Paediatric Ward
Sope Martins, Dr Yemi Osinaike, and members of the LUTH Paediatric Ward medical team cutting the ribbon to officially open the KLF Box Library.
Sope Martins, Executive Director and Founder of The Kid Lit Foundation, beside the newly launched KLF Box Library at the LUTH Paediatric Ward.
Author Ugo Anidi shares a reading from her book, The Missing Chicken, with a child at the LUTH Paediatric Ward.
Esther, representing TAP Books, shares a reading moment with a child at the LUTH Paediatric Ward.
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Kiki ABC, author and donor, at the launch of the KLF Box Library at LUTH Paediatric Ward.
A look inside the newly launched KLF Box Library at the LUTH Paediatric Ward.
Sope Martins, Executive Director and Founder of The Kid Lit Foundation, with Dr Yemi Osinaike of Our Reality Initiative, Mrs Osinaike, Head Nurse, and members of the LUTH medical team at the KLF Box Library launch.
Our Partners
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