The Little Stone Buddha

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.

Author: Grace Lin
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Alvina Ling Books
Published: 10/06/2026
Pages: 40
Size: 10.25h x 10.25w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780316478403
Language: English