Close
Close
Browser Compatibility Notification
It appears you are trying to access this site using an outdated browser. As a result, parts of the site may not function properly for you. We recommend updating your browser to its most recent version at your earliest convenience.
Skip to Content
Kawartha Lakes Public Library Logo
Contact Us Main menu icon
  • Renew my books
  • Ask a question
  • Check my account
  • Check the catalogue
  • Download e-books
  • Get a library card
  • Request an interlibrary loan
  • Suggest a purchase
  • View library locations and hours
  • Our Collection
    • 14 Branches. 1 Collection.
    • Catalogue
    • Digital Library
    • Find Your Next Book
    • Interlibrary Loans
    • Local History and Genealogy
    • New Items
    • Ontario Parks Passes
    • Suggest a Purchase
    • Tutorials

    Quick Links

    • Online eBooks and Audiobooks
    • Online Learning
    • Online Magazines
    • Online Movies and Television
    • Online Music
    • Online Research
  • Kids
    • Kids Programs
    • TD Summer Reading
    • Kids Digital Library
    • Library Card
    • 100 Books to Read Before Kindergarten
    • Learning Resources
    • Full STEAM Ahead
    • Virtual Programs
    • Book Bundles
    • Take Home Packs

    Quick Links

    • Calendar
    • cloudLibrary
    • Hoopla
    • TumbleBook Library
  • Teens
    • Library Card
    • Teen Programs
    • Summer Reading Challenge
    • Teen Community Involvement
    • Teen Digital Library
    • Learning Resources
    • Virtual Programs

    Quick Links

    • Calendar
    • cloudLibrary
    • Hoopla
  • Adults
    • Accessibility
    • Adult Programs
    • Book Clubs
    • Summer Reading Challenge
    • Friends of the Library
    • Newcomers
    • Volunteer
    • Learning Resources
    • Virtual Programs

    Quick Links

    • Calendar
    • cloudLibrary
    • Hoopla
  • What We Offer
    • Accessibility
    • Borrowing
    • Computers and Technology
    • Events Calendar
    • Exam Proctoring
    • Friends of the Library
    • Library Board
    • Library Outreach
    • Municipal Services
    • Newsletter
    • Privacy
    • Reports and Publications
    • Research Requests and Image Fees
    • Room Rental

    Quick Links

    • Catalogue
    • Get a Library Card
    • Locations and Hours
    • News and Special Events

Catalogue

Events

Take Home Packs

Take Home Packs

More
Home/Kids/Take Home Packs
  • Open new window to share this page via Facebook Facebook
  • Open new window to share this page via LinkedIn LinkedIn
  • Open new window to share this page via Twitter Twitter
  • Email This page Email
  • Take Home Packs
  • Kids Programs
  • TD Summer Reading
  • Kids Digital Library
  • Library Card
  • 100 Books to Read Before Kindergarten
  • Learning Resources
  • Full STEAM Ahead
  • Virtual Programs
  • Book Bundles

Take Home Packs are activity packs that you can pick up at the library, and take home to enjoy.

Packs are available at all branches on a first come, first serve basis. New packs will be available each month. For current branch hours, click here.

 

Get Ready to Read

Get Ready to Read are early literacy packs designed for preschool and kindergarten-aged children 2-5 years old. These packs include simple activities that develop skills in reading, writing, talking, counting, singing, and playing.

 January

This month children can develop pre-writing skills with these fun salt tray skaters.

 Image of Salt Tray with Paint Brush Skater

If you missed getting a kit you can put together your own at home by opening up and printing off the following links:

Instruction sheet

Sheet of skaters

Pre-Writing sample cards

You will also need a tray or container, some salt and a chubby handled paintbrush.

Watch this how to video to see how to put this activity together.

We suggest you print off our January 2021 Early Literacy Activity Calendar and keep in a handy spot. Try doing a few activities with your child each week!  Click on the calendar image below to view a printable version. 

January 2021 Early Literacy Activity Calendar

 February

Image of Snowman with letters on body

This month children will practice letter recognition as they assemble a snowman.  If you missed getting a package you can put together your own at home by opening up and printing off the following links:

Instruction Sheet

Snowman Head and Hat

Snowman Body

You will also need some scissors, glue or tape as well as a marker or crayon and something to glue your finished snowman onto.

 

We suggest you print off our February 2021 Early Literacy Activity Calendar and keep it in a handy spot. Try doing a few activities with your child each week!  Click on the calendar image below to view a printable version.

Click here to get a printable copy of February Calendar Front

Click here to get a printable copy of February Calendar Back

 

Maker Packs

Maker Packs are presented in partnership with Pinnguaq. These are hands-on activities for school-aged children aged 5 years and older. The packs are designed to build skills in the areas of STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics.

 January

This month, make a Polar Bear Defense Catapult.

Instructions are included in each kit, but you can also print them here.

Watch this quick how-to video if you need some help with this activity.

 February

This month, light up Valentine's Day with a light up robot card.

Instructions are included in each kit, but you can also print them here.

Watch this quick how-to video if you need some help with the activity.

Subscribe to this Page

Contact Us

Our CollectionKidsTeensAdultsWhat We Offer
© 2017 Kawartha Lakes Public Library, P.O. Box 9000, 190 Kent Street West, Lindsay, Ontario, K9V 2Y6, Phone: 705-324-9411 ext 1291

CareersContact UsPoliciesPrivacyFeedbackSitemap
Service Ontario image

Designed by eSolutionsGroup