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.
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This month children can develop pre-writing skills with these fun salt tray skaters. If you missed getting a kit you can put together your own at home by opening up and printing off the following links: 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.
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| February |
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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: 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.
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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