CKPL is pleased to provide services to educators across Chatham-Kent! If you don't see what you're looking for here, just Ask CKPL!
A Bag of Books is a resource offered to teachers and daycare providers where 25 books, including board books, picture books, early readers, and easy non-fiction, are selected on a topic of your choice and available for you to pick up from any CKPL branch.
Playaways makes audiobooks accessible for everyone, providing the portability of a digital audiobook with the grab-and-go convenience of a physical format.
Playaway View is the all-in-one video player that makes popular content accessible in a simple, portable and durable format. Each player comes pre-loaded with multiple videos making it simple for patrons to access digital movies, shows, educational programming and more without the need for DVDs, downloads or an additional player.
Storykits contain a variety of storytelling and circle time materials, including: books, puppets, musical instruments, CDs, DVDs, rhyme and song sheets, puzzles, items to count and sort, and props. Kits circulate for 4 weeks and can be picked up and returned to any CKPL branch.
Playpacks are created for movement! These unique physical literacy kits are filled with equipment, props, and books that encourage families to get up and move! Play Packs are great resources for parents, grandparents, teachers, early childhood educators, day care providers, homeschoolers, coaches--and even family reunions!
