Early Learning Backpack Program

By DOUG DONNELLY

Advance Editor

The Schultz-Holmes District Library will launch its Early Learning Backpack Program this week, featuring resources designed to support families with young children by exploring STEM themes and building early literacy skills.

Available beginning Wednesday, these themed backpacks are filled with carefully selected books, hands-on activities, and early learning tools for children ages 0-8.

Each backpack focuses on a specific learning topic from a collection which includes magnetics, vehicle, house or bridge building, coding and more.

"I'm excited that our library is offering early learning backpacks to families. They're a wonderful way to feed children's curiosity at home and take the fun of the library home with them," says Library Board President Ciara McGrane.

Patrons can borrow the backpacks by checkout with a library card for up to 4 weeks. The library encourages families to explore different themes over time to support well-rounded early development. The collection features a rotation of 40 early learning kits.

This initiative, made possible through support from the voters who passed the district library's operational millage in 2024, reflects the Schultz-Holmes District Library's commitment to bridging learning gaps and fostering educational equity in its community.

For more information or to browse the Early Learning Backpack themes, visit blissfieldlibrary.org or call 517-486-2858.

The Schultz-Holmes District Library currently holds over 30,000 volumes. In addition to programs for children and teens, including weekly StoryTimes and a busy summer reading program, the library offers programs for adults and children.