All-In at Kalamazoo Public Library

To promote an understanding and appreciation of the world and its people.

Research tells us that between the ages of two and five years old, children become aware of gender, culture, ethnicity, disability, family differences, and economic class. Many adults feel uncomfortable talking about these topics. Sharing great picture books together, and early on, is a wonderful way to start these conversations.

The All-In collection at the Kalamazoo Public Library provides parents and caregivers with the opportunity to discuss differences and nurture an understanding and appreciation for the world and its people.

Each bag contains quality picture books and a toy or activity based on a certain topic. There is also a handout that includes the contents in each bag and tips on how to begin a conversation about each topic.

Topics include:

Being Friends 

Celebrating the Skin You’re In

Construction

Earth Love

Emotions 

Everybody Counts 

For the Love of Food

Journeys Around the World

Library Joy

Native Voices

Neurodivergence 

People in Your Neighborhood

Pet Care

We’ve Got the Rhythm

Wordless 

Place a hold on any of our All In bags online, or visit us at any location to see them in person!