The Fox Lake District Library offers a collection of non-traditional items, known as the Library of Things (LoT), to provide educational, cultural, practical, and recreational materials for community members.
Fox Lake Library community members can borrow LoT items with a library card. The library offer items like tools, kitchen appliances, craft supplies, technology, and recreational equipment, to reduce waste and provide access to items used infrequently. They serve as a way to access goods without the commitment of purchasing them.
A circulating book bag is a reusable library bag available for checkout, allowing patrons to conveniently carry multiple books. It promotes eco-friendly practices and makes transporting borrowed materials easier.
An early literacy kit is a themed set of books, activities, and learning tools designed to help young children develop reading and language skills. Each kit includes engaging materials that promote hands-on learning and parent-child interaction.
A Launchpad by Playaway is a pre-loaded tablet designed for interactive learning. It offers ad-free educational apps, games, and videos tailored to different age groups and subjects.
The Perkins Digital Talking Book Player is used to play audio books stored on USB flash-drive cartridges.
The Toniebox offers screen-free entertainment that sparks creativity and cognitive skills in kids. Simply place a Tonie figure on top to access endless stories, music, and learning content.
A Wonderbook by Playaway is a print book with a built-in audiobook player. Kids can listen and read along as they flip through the pages, enhancing literacy skills. It's durable, portable, and perfect for engaging young readers.