Our latest Hero of Literacy is Kauser Razvi, founder of Literary Lots.
Literary Lots ‘s mission is to create a sense of community and help increase literacy in neighborhoods which are still rebuilding after the foreclosure crisis in the Slavic Village neighborhood in Cleveland.
The lots have all been designed by Razvi herself and are each inspired by a different children’s book which include 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, and The Wild Robot.
Literary Lots is funded via grants and donations from companies and the public.
“I love reading and I thought it would be cool to see books come to life. It’s a way of reusing space, re-imagining it, giving people feeling for curiosity and joy.” Razvi said.
Official website: visit www.literarylots.org
Literary Lots brings magic and the power of imagination to urban kids by turning vacant, underutilized spaces into scenes from children’s books. By working with cultural institutions and local non-profits, Literary Lots will not only bring engaging programming to neighborhood kids, but will also provide a transformative experience that combines creative land re-use, artist engagement, youth education, and urban renewal to be enjoyed by all.
Besides, what could be more inspiring than by taking a stroll through a book on a beautiful summer day?
Vincent Salera
Founder @ World's Best Story™ amplifier of creativity & fun!
