12-05-2025
Starting school with a goodie bag from Sligo Libraries
Each bag contains two free books, a library card holder, and a range of resources for parents and children to support the transition to primary school. The bags are available in Irish or in English.
Cathaoirleach Cllr. Declan Bree launched the My Little Library Book Bag initiative 2025 in Sligo Central Library with children and staff from Cosy Cats preschool.
Cathaoirleach Cllr. Bree said: 'Supporting our young children as they begin their educational journey is vital for building a brighter future.
'I am delighted to see Sligo Libraries leading the way with this inspiring initiative, fostering a love of books and learning for all our children.'
The My Little Library Book Bag initiative is a collaboration between libraries, the Department of Rural and Community Development, and the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth as part of the First 5 Strategy.
My Little Library Book Bags are available from 9th May 2025 at Sligo Central Library, Ballymote Community Library, Tubbercurry Community Library, or Enniscrone Branch Library.
