Kits

What's in a Kit?

Which Kits have I requested?

Kit Housekeeping

Requesting for Multiple Days - If you need a kit for multiple days please enter the first day as the “Program Date” then indicate the extended dates you want the kit for in the “Need Longer” field. (When a range of dates is entered into the “Program Date” field it causes errors in the program we use to track requests.) Keep in mind that some kits (LEGO Mindstorms, Bloxels, Chaos Towers) already have a 7 day checkout period.

Returning Kits in Good Condition - When you use a kit, you are responsible for cleaning the kit and returning it in the condition that you received it. This may mean that you need to wipe down, sort or wash and dry items. This is part of using kits and when kits are not returned in good condition is slows turnaround time for transport to the next location and can even cause kits to become unusable.

Missing/Damaged Items - If items are missing or damaged when returning the kit please make sure to contact Youth Services Administration and let us know what is missing from which kit so that we can begin sourcing replacement items. You should also include a note in the kit indicating which items are missing or damaged.

Kit Age Ratings - Kits are rated for certain ages. A kit rated for teens is not appropriate for kids. Please make sure to check the ages of kits when placing requests. Kit ages are listed on the kit indexes available on the YS Blog Kits tab. If you have questions about a kit please contact Youth Services Administration.

Surveys - Completing a survey is required when a kit is used. The data collected in these surveys aids in grant applications and reporting as well as annual reports to library administration and the Foundation. The more information you provide, the better we can identify trends, improve kits and expand our selection. If a kit is not used, please include a note indicating that the kit was not used. If there is no survey in the kit please let us know so we can send you a pdf.

Kit Surveys & Suggestions

Craft (C) Kits are ready-to-go craft programs in a box for ages 5+.  Please check kit age rating before placing request. Locations may need to supply general craft supplies like glue or scissors.  Any HPL location can request Craft Kits.  Craft Kits must be requested at least 2 weeks prior to program date.

My Doll and Me Kits are for hosting American Girl doll themed tea parties at your location. Kits must be requested at least 2 weeks prior to program date.

Sensory Kits are kits for locations to use to host sensory programs for kids with special needs, especially those on the Autism Spectrum. This can be a program open to the public, or could be used if a class visits your location, or if you do an outreach to a class for kids with special needs. Materials are included for 4 different stations (sight, touch, smell and sound), as well as floor lamps, a timer, ear defenders and cleaning wipes. Kits must be requested at least 2 weeks prior to program date.

STEM (S) Kits are ready-to-go STEM programs in a box for ages 3+.  Please check kit age rating before placing request. Locations may need to supply general supplies like glue, scissors or pencils. Any HPL location can request STEM Kits. STEM Kits must be requested at least 2 weeks prior to program date.

Very Ready Reading (VRR) Kits are ready-to-go storytimes for Birth-24 months, Ages 2-3, or Ages 4-5. Any HPL location can request VRR Kits. VRR Kits must be requested at least 2 weeks prior to program date.

Who to Contact?

Craft & STEM Kits = Rebecca Denham
VRR Kits, Sensory Kits & My Doll and Me Kits = Corey Johnson
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