All smiles with their My Library Bag at Abbeyleix Library Photo Denis Byrne
Laois County Library Service has announced the return of the “My Little Library Bag” initiative which offers every child starting school in September a free Book Bag.
Library Staff have put together a bag of books and resources to help children starting primary school in September this year.
They say that all are welcome to call their local library and collect their very own library card and wallet and library bag .
Each book bag is filled with resources designed to support your child’s early learning journey.
Available in both Irish and English, the bags include:
A delightful book about starting school
An engaging story focused on making friends or celebrating individuality
A brand new library card, unlocking a world of stories
A special ‘My Little Library’ cardholder to keep their card safe
Helpful resources, such as the Rufus Handwashing Storybook, promoting healthy habits
County Librarian Bernie Foran said: “Reading is a magical gift and it is great to give children the opportunity to develop a love of reading.
“The library service encourages children and their families to visit regularly.
“We have a wide selection of children’s books and run many exciting events throughout the year.
“We hope that these book bags will ignite a lifelong love of reading and learning in every child as they embark on this exciting new chapter.”
Pictured for Laois Library Service “My Little Library Bag” Initiative Launch at Rathdowney Library were Childrens Author Niamh Donnellan, John King LEAS, Cathaoirleach Laois County Council, Bernie Foran Laois County Librarian and Catherine Fitzpatrick Rathdowney Library Photo Denis ByrnePictured for Laois Library Service “My Little Library Bag” Initiative Launch at Rathdowney Library were Catherine Fitzpatrick Rathdowney Librarian, Childrens Author Niamh Donnellan, John King LEAS, Cathaoirleach Laois County Council, Bernie Foran Laois County Librarian and Simone Ryan, Manager Cute & Clever Playshool Photo Denis ByrneAll smiles with their My Library Bag at Rathdowney Library Photo Denis ByrneChildrens Author Niamh Donnellan who gave a reading of her book Little Irish Folklore Friends at Rathdowney Library on Wednesday Photo Denis ByrneAll smiles with their My Library Bag at Rathdowney Library Photo Denis ByrneChildrens Author Niamh Donnellan Photo Denis ByrnePictured are Abbeyleix Librarians Jackie Costigan, Walter Lawler and Lori Moriarty Photo Denis ByrneAll smiles with their My Library Bag at Abbeyleix Library Photo Denis ByrnePictured for Laois Library Service “My Little Library Bag” Initiative Launch at Abbeyleix Library were Walter Lawler, Author Niamh Donnellan, Padraig Fleming, Cathaoirleach Laois County Council, Bernie Foran Laois County Librarian Photo Denis ByrnePictured are Bernie Foran Laois County Librarian, Padraig Fleming, Cathaoirleach Laois County Council with Author Niamh Donnellan at Abbeyleix Library for Laois Library Service “My Little Library Bag” Initiative Launch Photo Denis ByrnePictured for Laois Library Service “My Little Library Bag” Initiative Launch at Abbeyleix Library were Padraig Fleming, Cathaoirleach Laois County Council, Author Niamh Donnellan, Lori Moriarty, Abbeyleix Librarian, Bernie Foran Laois County Librarian and Walter Lawler, Abbeyleix Librarian. Photo Denis ByrneAll smiles with their My Library Bag at Abbeyleix Library
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