The WLS LEADER Lab lends kits to build or enhance library programs. Kits include a variety of parts and plans to help implement programs.

  • Kits are catalogued with detailed information about contents, age appropriateness, etc. and are visible to staff in the Evergreen staff catalog.
  • Check the calendar for availability and then place a request here. WLS staff will contact you to arrange dates of delivery, answer questions, and post your reservation on the calendar.
  • Kits are checked out to a staff borrower for a 2-week loan period but can be returned early; please allow time to prepare in advance of your program.

Learn more about kits and get hands-on experience at a LEADER Lab workshop, scheduled on the WLS evanced calendar.

Program Plans/Presentations

Calendar of Existing Reservations

 

FAQ

Q. How many kits are available?

A. As pilot programs, two kits are available. See presentation links above and Workflows catalog for contents and programming details. Watch your email for notices as new kits become available.

  • Physics Fun! that contains 5 sets of materials that travel together. It includes enough materials for 10 – 25 participants, depending on age.
  • VR Experience that includes materials for 10 participants.

Q. Can I check out kits to patrons?

A. LEADER Lab kits are only for use in the library by staff for programming and may not be checked out to patrons.

Q. Can I borrow one kit to train another staff member on how to use the kit.

A. Kits can be borrowed for planning purposes dependent on availability. Use the request form to schedule the delivery to your attention.

Q. Are they able to be borrowed and/or is there a fee?

A. There is no cost to borrow kits. Lost or broken parts will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Q. How long can they be borrowed for?

A. Kits will circ for 2 weeks at a time. For the pilot, the kit will travel through the delivery.

Q. Is there a list of available kits?

A. All kits are cataloged with detailed records in the Symphony database.