For Parents:

  • 1000 Books Before Kindergarten –Make it your goal to read 1,000 books to your child before they enter kindergarten. We’ll help with prizes, book suggestions, and more.  To sign up, go to sllib.beanstack.org. Click here for an instructional video on signing up online.
  • Discovery Packs: Backpacks with five themed children’s books and a sheet of rhymes and songs inside. They can be checked out for up to 3 weeks.
  • Grand Rapids Children’s Museum Passes: Grand Rapids Children’s Museum Passes are available to check out for 7 days for Lakeland Library Cooperative cardholders. The pass is valid for one day admission for up to 6 people. Limit one pass per person per year.

For teachers and group leaders:

  • Scheduled visits for your class, homeschool, scout, or preschool group
  • Programs for your students teaching them how to use the library’s catalog and resources
  • Assistance gathering books or other materials for your lesson plans

Email Melissa at melissa@sllib.org to set up a class visit.

What can we do to help? Email us or call 616.846.5770 ext. 1341.

For your child’s safety, all children under 7 must be accompanied by a grownup.