The person who buys the flower marked book has already planted a seed with their money. But they are also invited to become a gardener. Alongside the flower sticker or receipt there is an invitation, link or QR code pointing to the project page. If the reader visits it, they can: - see how many flowers have already been planted for that school - see whether any smileys (stories) have been given yet - learn what kind of literacy workshop the school is trying to unlock The adult can then choose to give more than money. To earn a **smiley**, the adult must give a gift of story or time. For example: - mentoring a teacher or student group in a skill they have (media, languages, storytelling, technology) - recording an audio or video message of encouragement to be shared with the class - hosting an online reading circle or Q&A about their work or life experience - helping the project tell its story to friends and networks in a way that invites others in