Early Literacy Kits


Arapahoe Libraries has a wealth of ways to make sure you don't leave empty handed. Take home an Early Literacy Kit today!

Just Right Board Books, opens a new window

We want to make reading to your baby as easy as possible. Board book sets for babies and toddlers are bundled in a convenient, easy-carry bag! Books are carefully sorted into six levels for ages and stages 0–24 months. They contain tips about what types of books are good for each developmental stage and why. Put one on hold today!


Storytime to Go, opens a new window 

Have you ever wanted to have your very own storytime at home? We provide themed totes with 4 quality story books, a music CD or hands-on learning toy, and tips for parents to extend storytime and early literacy learning at home. Each tote focuses on one of the Every Child Ready to Read early literacy practices: READ, opens a new window | WRITE, opens a new window | TALK, opens a new window | SING, opens a new window | PLAY, opens a new window.


Brain Boxes, opens a new window

These kits are filled with fun and tested age-appropriate materials and activity guides focused on early brain development for children ages 0–5.


Little Explorer STEAM Kits, opens a new window

Geared for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers, these kits will give our very young patrons and their families a chance to do some fun and enhanced exploration of STEAM concepts at home. Each kit has its own theme of dinosaurs, sounds, bugs, space or music.


Picture Books with CDs, opens a new window

Children (and adults!) love listening to stories! These picture books with CDs are great for listening together, whether in the car or at home.


Paired Kits, opens a new window

We've paired fiction books with a high-interest, nonfiction book on the same topic. The nonfiction book provides background knowledge that will help when reading the fiction book.


Playaway Launchpads, opens a new window

Take home a pre-loaded learning tablet and play together!


Ask us if you'd like to learn more.