My Little Library Bag.
The Little Library Initiative aims to develop a consistent link between early learning and care service and their local library to encourage a love of books and reading among young children.
The distribution of the First 5 Little Library is being managed by the Libraries Development Unit at the LGMA.
A free bedtime story book and library card wallet are available at the library for all children of 4 years and under, to pick up and keep. This exciting initiative aims to engage all parents of young children to read stories with them at bedtime.
The gifting of books ensures that babies and young children will grow up with books in their home. Whilst signing them up to library membership is key to ensuring they have a lifetime of access to books.
Little Library at Bedtime 2025
The Little Library at Bedtime initiative runs from October to the end of November 2025.
All families with a child aged 0-4 are invited to visit their local library during October and November to receive a FREE bedtime story book and library card wallet. This exciting initiative aims to engage all parents of young children to read stories with them at bedtime.
If your child is not currently a member, we welcome you to sign them up for a free library membership when you visit the library, or online at www.kilkennylibrary.ie (please bring a guardian’s photo ID and proof of address for new accounts).
The Little Library Book at Bedtime initiative is part of the First 5 Strategy (https://www.gov.ie/en/campaigns/5d81e-about-first5/) , in collaboration with public libraries and the Local Government Management Agency.