School libraries typically exist inside of the SAME building where most kids attend public school. So no, they aren't "just as far away." As someone who lives in a very rural area, kids here have a hard time getting to libraries that may not even be in their town.

Every kid, huh? So children in rural areas where the local library is 2 towns over and is used by multiple towns, in an area where there's no public transportation, just aren't working hard enough to find a way? How do you suggest an 8-year-old remedy this issue?

Perfect night, to be honest.