Inspired by the little free book libraries popping up in neighborhoods, a Seattle P.E. teacher took the concept and merged it with her love of sports.
As a summer project, adaptive P.E. teacher Toni Bader created the "Little Free Sports Library." Bader lives near West Seattle's Riverview Playfield and thought the kids and parents who visit there could benefit from some equipment.
"To get adults and children out, having the opportunity to come, take a piece of equipment, play, bring it back and just be active," she said.
Bader constructed the library herself, which looks like a large wooden outdoor closet, with clear plexiglass on the door so the neighborhood can see what's inside.
Baseballs, soccer balls, tennis rackets and a scooter are just a few of the items stored there for anyone to use. Most of the items have been donated by neighbors.
Bader says the library has had a positive impact on her neighborhood.
"It's really been amazing to see 1.) The community come together. But 2.) adults and children being active."
Bader hopes others will be inspired to create their own free sports libraries. She posted the details on how she built it on the 'Little Free Sports Library' Facebook page.
