At-Home Education Kits

Take your teaching to the next level with robots, models, blocks, and more! The below items are available to checkout for two (2) weeks. You may check availability of an item through our online catalog by clicking/tapping the title of the kit. If the status says "Ask at Circ Desk," it's currently available!

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Coding & Computers
Social Emotional Learning
Reading & Literacy
Math & Patterns
Science & Nature
Active & Creative Play

Coding & Computers

Botley the Coding Robot Activity Set*

Contents:
  • 1 battery-powered robot; requires three AAA batteries
  • 1 battery-powered remote programmer; requires two AAA batteries
  • 2 detachable robot arms
  • 40 coding cards
  • 6 double-sided tiles
  • 27 obstacle building pieces
  • 1 padded case
  • 1 starter guide

​Teaching Aide Uses:
Coding
Critical thinking
Problem solving

Suggested for ages 5+

Botley 2.0 the Coding Robot*

Contents:
  • 1 battery-powered robot; requires three AAA batteries
  • 1 battery-powered remote programmer; requires two AAA batteries
  • 40 coding cards
  • 6 double-sides tiles (coding boards)
  • 4 detachable robot arms
  • 12 cubes
  • 8 connecting rods
  • 2 Botley “masks”
  • 2 obstacle cones
  • 2 flag pieces
  • 2 multi-sided spheres
  • 1 goal
  • 1 padded case
  • 1 activity guide
 
Teaching Uses:
Coding
Critical thinking
Problem solving
 
Suggested for ages 5+

Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set*

Contents:
  • 1 battery-powered robot (mouse); requires three AAA batteries
  • 30 double-sided coding cards
  • 10 double-sided activity cards
  • 16 maze grids
  • 19 maze walls
  • 3 tunnels
  • 1 plastic cheese wedge
  • 1 activity guide
  • 1 blue carrying case
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Coding
Critical thinking
Problem solving

Cooper the STEM Robot*

Contents:
  • 1 Cooper robot
  • 1 activity guide
  • 1 charging cable
  • 1 USB wall outlet adapter
  • 1 play ball
  • 40 coding cards
  • 1 zippered case
 
Teaching Uses:
Basic Coding
Critical Thinking
Spatial Concepts
Sequential Logic
Collaboration and Teamwork

Snap Circuits Snapino*

Contents:
  • 1 Arduino UNO compatible Snapino module; requires 1 D battery
  • 6 Snap Circuits modules
  • 3 snap wires
  • 1 snap jumper wire
  • 1 snap out pin wire
  • 1 USB cable
  • 1 (one) 9-volt battery holder
  • 1 instruction manual
  • 1 foam-padded carrying case
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Engineering
Coding
Critical thinking
Problem solving

Social & Emotional Learning

Bubble Tea Break*

Contents:
  • 1 twirling cup
  • 1 stress ball (dumpling)
  • 1 popper (donut)
  • 1 “I’m Feeling” card
  • 1 set of activity cards (with plastic ring)
  • 1 plastic storage bin (with lid)
 
Teaching Uses:
Social Emotional Leaning (SEL)
Fine motor skills

Diversity Discussion*

Contents:
  • 18 Diversity Conversation Cards (in plastic bag)
  • 5 Children with Differing Abilities dolls
  • 8 Crayola Multicultural Colors markers
  • 7 green Activity cards (on binder ring)
  • 6 yellow Discussion cards (on binder ring)
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social awareness
Diversity and inclusion
Vocabulary

Sensory Fidget Sampler*

Contents:
  • 1 guide
  • 28 fidgets
 
Teaching Uses:
Self-Regulation

Reading & Literacy

Alphabet Write and Wipe*

Contents:
  • 26 large alphabet cards
  • 1 dry erase marker
  • 1 felted eraser (in bag)
  • 1 set of instructions
  • 1 plastic storage bin (with lid)
 
Teaching Uses:
Fine Motor Coordination
Print Concepts
Phonics and Word Recognition
Writing

BINGO: Rhyming*

Contents:
  • 1 set of BINGO Cards (thirty-six total)
  • 70 rhyming calling cards in bag
  • 1 calling card reference mat
  • 1 instruction sheet
  • 1 set of BINGO markers in bag
  • 1 plastic storage bin (with lid)
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Phonemic Awareness

DK Super Phonics*

This kit is designed to support parts of UFLI Foundation Lessons 1 - 42 (used in Pembroke Public Schools).

Contents:
  • 1 “Get Ready to Read” guide
  • 1 caregiver guide (4 pages) (with binder ring)
  • 10 double-sided worksheets
  • 8 Super Phonics books
  • 1 dry erase marker
  • 1 felted eraser (in bag)
  • 1 set of Super Phonics game cards (52 total) (in bag)
  • 1 plastic storage bin (with lid) 

Teaching Uses:
Reading comprehension & fluency

PhonicBooks*

The Library has 6 kits in the PhonicBooks series designed to support UFLI Foundation Lessons 12 - 42 (used in Pembroke Public Schools). Each kit has at least the following:

Contents:
  • Adult “tip” sheet
  • Activity sheet (double-sided)
  • Bookmarks
  • Dry erase marker
  • Felted eraser (in bag)
  • Phonics books
 
Teaching Uses:
Reading comprehension & fluency

Story Viewer (Fairy Tales)*

Contents:
  • 1 plastic viewer
  • 5 discs of illustrations
  • 1 double-sided story identification list
  • 1 plastic storage bin (with lid)
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Language
Recall & recognition

Whisper Phone*

Contents:
  • 1 whisper phone
  • 3 sets of dry erase flashcards with binder rings (Upper Case Alphabet, Lower Case Alphabet, Phonics)
  • 2 dry erase markers
  • 1 information card
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Speech Fluency
Reading Comprehension & Fluency
Phonological Awareness

Word Building Magnets*

Contents:
  • 1 instruction booklet (4 pages)
  • 15 activity mats
  • 26 letter magnets
  • 1 metal box
 
Teaching Uses:
Reading comprehension & fluency

Yoto Player*

Contents:
  • 1 Yoto Player, 3rd Generation, with silicone cover
  • 1 charging cord (USB-A to USB-C)
  • 1 USB wall adapter
  • 1 set of instructions
  • 1 zippered case
 
Teaching Uses:
Independence
Routines
Listening skills
 
Please note:

Math & Patterns

Base Ten Blocks*

Contents:
  • 100 units (small cubes)
  • 50 rods
  • 10 flats
  • 1 large cube
  • 4 dice
  • Rabbit Race to 100 Game (4 sheets) for grades 1-2
  • Guide for grades 3-6
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Mathematics

BINGO: Division*

Contents:
  • 1 set of BINGO Cards (thirty-six total)
  • 70 division calling cards in bag
  • 1 calling card reference mat
  • 1 instruction sheet
  • 1 set of BINGO markers in bag
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Mathematics

BINGO: Multiplication*

Contents:
  • 1 set of BINGO Cards (thirty-six total)
  • 70 multiplication calling cards in bag
  • 1 calling card reference mat
  • 1 instruction sheet
  • 1 set of BINGO markers in bag
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Mathematics

Chess Teacher*

Contents:
  • 32 instructional chess pieces
  • 1 chess board
  • 1 instructional guide
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Logic
Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Concentration and Memory

Little Red Ring Hood STEM Kit*

Contents:
  • 1 Teacher’s Card with lesson plan
  • 1 Story Card with reproducible template
  • 3 Student Cards with teaching notes
  • 4 Character Figurines (Little Red, grandma, wolf, woodsman)
  • 10 Apples
  • 32 basket-building pieces
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Uses:
Mathematics (weight, volume, counting)
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

Math Flash Cards

Contents:
  • 1 set of math flashcards (three hundred and twenty-four total)
  • 6 tabbed subject cards (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and time & money)
  • 1 cardboard box
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Uses:
 
Mathematics
        Addition
        Subtraction
        Multiplication
        Division
        Fractions
        Time & Money

Math Marks the Spot

Contents:
  • 1 vinyl mat
  • 3 giant foam dice
  • 1 information sheet
  • 1 set of round cardboard markers (seven green, seven red, seven orange, seven purple) in bag
  • 1 storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Mathematics (Number Recognition, Addition, Subtraction)

​Mathlink Cubes*

Contents:
  • 200 Mathlink Cubes
  • 10 STEM Explorers activity cards + 1 Information card
  • 1 storage tote
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Building & Engineering
Problem Solving
Creativity
Core Concepts (patterns, counting, etc.)

Multiplication Gr. 3-5 Kit*

Contents:
  • 10 multiplication facts file folders
  • 10 storage pouches
  • 10 answer cards
  • 4 spinner attachments
  • 4 colorful pawns
  • 10 sets of game pieces
  • 1 activity guide (with reproducible pages of game pieces)
  • 1 cardboard storage box
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Mathematics/Basic Operations

Pattern Blocks + Cards

Contents:
  • 250 hardwood blocks in storage tub with lid (6 colors, 6 shapes)
  • 20 write-and-wipe activity cards
  • 1 dry erase marker
  • 1 activity guide
  • 1 fabric bag with zipper
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Geometry & Shapes
Patterns

Rainbow Bears Kit*

Contents:
  • 60 colorful bears (10 red bears, 10 orange bears, 10 yellow bears, 10 green bears, 10 blue bears, 10 purple bears)
  • 6 colorful cups (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)
  • 4 dice
  • 1 pair of fine motor tweezers
  • 1 activity guide
  • 42 activity cards
  • 1 plastic tote

Teaching Aide uses:
Colors
Numbers
Patterns
Fine motor skills

Science & Nature

Adventure Pack*

Contents:
  • 2 pairs of child-size binoculars
  • 2 magnifying glasses
  • 3 tick removers
  • 1 tick identification card
  • 1 orienteering compass on wrist strap
  • 1 compass guide
  • 1 set of animal track ID cards on wrist strap
  • 1 set of tree ID cards on wrist strap
  • 1 set of “dangers of hiking” cards on wrist strap
  • 1 set of trail maps and contents list
  • 1 set of Leave No Trace cards
  • 1 backpack
 
Teaching Uses:
Physical Activity
Exploration
 
This pack was created by Molly Francese for an Eagle Scout project, 2025.

Color & Light Discovery Kit*

​Contents:
  • 4 color paddles (red, yellow, green, blue)
  • 2 mirrors
  • 1 flashlight
  • 6 photo activity cards
  • 1 activity guide
  • 1 storage container with lid
​
Teaching Aide Uses:
Physical Science
Color identification

Human Body Model + Card Game*

 Contents:
  • 60 double sided game cards
  • Anatomical torso with 6 removable parts
  • 1 game guide
  • 1 plastic storage big with lid and cardboard stabilizer
 
Teaching Aide uses:
​Life Science
Anatomy

Measuring Beaker Set*

Contents:
  • 7 beakers with measurements for:
    • 1 cup = 8 oz. = 250 ml.
    • ¾ cup = 6 oz. = 175 ml.
    • ½ cup = 4 oz. = 125 ml.
    • 4 tbsp. = 2 oz. = 60 ml.
    • 2 tbsp. = 1 oz. = 30 ml.
    • 1 tbsp. = 3 tsp. = 15 ml.
    • 1 tsp. = 5 ml.
  • 1 plastic tote
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Measurements (Volume)
Mathematics (Conversions)

Microscope (Beginner) + Prepared Slides*

Contents:
  • Kids Beginner Microscope (2 AA batteries included, power not guaranteed)
  • Plastic tweezers
  • Petri dish
  • 20x eye piece
  • 26 prepared slides with case
  • 4-page instruction manual
  • 1 slide lock carrying case
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
General science
Biology
Forensics

Real Bugs Discovery Kit*

Contents:
  • 12 specimens in acrylic plastic
  • 1 magnifying glass
  • 1 storage tray with compartments
  • 1 Bug Identification Guide
  • 1 storage bin
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Life Science
Insect and arachnid identification

Scale & Bucket Balance

Contents:
  • Plastic scale
  • 2 removable buckets with listed measurements
  • 2 corresponding lids for buckets
  • 1 storage drawer
  • 1 activity guide
  • 1 storage container
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Science
Mathematics

Science Viewer (Animals)*

Contents:
  • 1 plastic viewer
  • 2 discs of photos
  • 1 animal identification list
  • 1 plastic storage bin
​
​Teaching Aide Uses:
Life Science
Animals & animal habitat identification
Recall & Recognition

Sea Life Specimens*

Contents:
  • 5 specimens
  • 5 corresponding fact cards
  • 1 magnifying glass
  • 1 guide
  • 1 storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Life Science
Marine Ecology
 
Suggested for ages 4 - 11

Active & Creative Play

Brick Building Kit*

Contents:
  • 1 set of instructions (two pages)
  • 1 set of building blocks (two hundred twenty-two)
  • 1 base plate
  • 2 “rocker” blocks
  • 2 “handle” blocks
  • 2 “hook” blocks
  • 4 marbles
  • 8 tires
  • 8 wheels
  • 8 plates with wheel holder
  • 10 Challenge Cards
  • 1 plastic storage bin

Teaching Uses:
Building & Engineering
Creativity

Creative Flakes Construction Toy*

Contents:
  • 600 interlocking plastic discs
  • 1 “inspiration” booklet
  • 1 plastic tote

Teaching Aide uses:
Building & Engineering
Creativity

Frog Wobble Game

Contents:
  • 4 dark green frogs
  • 4 light green frogs
  • 2 pond stands
  • 1 pond base
  • 1 log board
  • 1 dowel rod
  • 1 instruction sheet
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Uses:
Physics (of weight shift and balance)

Mental Blox Game

Contents:
  • 20 blocks (six spheres, six cubes, four pyramids, four plus signs)
  • 1 set of activity cards (bag of forty cards)
  • 1 game guide
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Analytical & critical thinking skills

Parachute Play

Contents:
  • 1 six-foot parachute
  • 1 parachute bag
  • 1 CD in case (Shakin’ the Chute CD)
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Development of fine motor and auditory skills
Rhythm
Coordination

PicassoTiles*

Contents:
  • Set of magnetic Picasso Tiles (eighty-seven total)
    • 46 small squares
    • 8 large squares
    • 14 small triangles
    • 9 medium triangles
    • 10 large triangles
  • 1 information sheet
  • 1 storage tote
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Engineering
Geometry
Creative Thinking

Rhythm Sticks

Contents:
  • 12 rhythm sticks
  • 1 CD in case titled “Multicultural Rhythm Stick Fun”
  • 1 info card
  • 1 plastic storage bin
 
Teaching Aide uses:
Development of fine motor and auditory skills
Rhythm
Coordination

School-Ready Skills: Dinosaurs*

Contents:
  • 1 Activity Book
  • 1 magnifier/shovel
  • 2 dinosaur foot stompers
  • 6 dinosaur figures
  • 10 two-piece puzzle cards
  • 1 dry erase marker
  • 1 felted eraser
  • 1 plastic storage bin

Teaching Uses:
Early Mathematics
Critical Thinking Skills
Fine Motor Skills

Tegu Magnetic Blocks

Contents:
  • Set of Tegu blocks (twenty-four total)
    • 4 long planks
    • 6 medium planks
    • 4 short planks
    • 4 cubes
    • 4 rectangles
    • 2 parallelograms
  • 1 information sheet
  • 1 storage bin
 
Teaching Uses:
Fine Motor Skills
Pattern recognition
Balance
Scale
Imaginative play
Problem solving
Story telling

ZOOB Builderz Construction Toy*

Contents:
  • 125 ZOOB pieces
  • 5 fold-out construction guides
  • 1 storage tote with lid
 
Teaching Aide Uses:
Building & Engineering
Creativity
*Warning: Choking Hazard – Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.