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Lakeshore's Theme Boxes - Set 1 COMING SOON!

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Life Cycles Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about the life cycles of frogs, butterflies and plants...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a greenhouse window and seeds to engaging puzzles and stamps, our theme box is packed with materials that help children explore living things and how they grow. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF949

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog   

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Earth & Environment Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore: 

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about the Earth and its environment...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From wood samples and rock specimens to recycling bins and sorting cards, our theme box is packed with materials that help children explore the natural world—and learn how to protect it. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

 

Item # FF941

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

 

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Seasons & Weather Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about seasons and weather...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a rain gauge and thermometer to snowflake stencils and sorting mats, our theme box is packed with materials that help kids explore the four seasons and learn about weather—from thunderstorms to rainbows. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF966

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Item contains small parts and small ball. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

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Transportation Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about transportation...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From vehicle counters and sponge painters to an engaging puzzle, our theme box is packed with materials that help kids explore cars, boats, trains and more! Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF404

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

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All About Me Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about themselves...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a mirror and measuring tape to photo cards and engaging name puzzles, our theme box is packed with materials that help kids discover their own unique traits and talents. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF922

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

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Food & Nutrition Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about fruits, vegetables, grains and more...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From realistic food props and shopping lists to fun food puzzles, our theme box is packed with materials that help kids discover healthy foods. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF968

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Item contains small parts and small ball. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

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Alphabet Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about the alphabet...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From letter stamps to cookie cutters, our theme box is packed with materials that help children explore letters and their sounds. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF945

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

Lakeshore's Theme Boxes - Set 2 COMING SOON!

Open plastic box with green Numbers and Counting Theme Box label, one purple dice on left and one orange dice on right, card and number pieces spell out 2100 on top of the lid

Numbers & Counting Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about numbers and counting...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From fun fish counters and tactile numbers to dough stampers and a sequencing puzzle, our theme box is packed with materials that help children explore the world of numbers. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF964

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes. 

Link to Catalog

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Health and Safety Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn how to stay safe and develop healthy habits...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a stethoscope and safety signs to play food and a sorting center, our theme box is packed with materials that help kids explore health and safety in depth. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub. Ball requires inflation upon arrival.

Item # FF948

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

A slightly open plastic container with a farmer puppet sitting on top of the lid, the left side has two farm fences in a L shape with two farm animals behind them, the right side has a green and black toy tractor

Farms Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about crops, farm animals and more...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a puppet and miniature tractor to farm animal manipulatives, our theme box is packed with materials that help children explore farms in depth. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from science to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF961

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

An open plastic container with a city map and toy car sitting on top, the box has a pink front labelled

Community and Careers Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about community and careers...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a community map and building pieces to a listening lotto game, our theme box is packed with materials that invite children to explore their community—and learn about the people who help us every day. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF947

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

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Five Senses Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore:

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about their senses...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a feely box and manipulatives to taste packets and a rainbow viewer, our theme box is packed with materials that help children explore textures, flavors, sights, sounds and scents. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF944

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Item contains small parts and small ball. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Due to the limited nature of some supplies (ie. condiment packets), this kit is for in library use only. While patrons are may use the kit, it cannot be checked out at this time.  Librarians may choose not to pass out certain supplies....

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ATTENTION: There are elements of this kit that allow for taste. We advise that you are proceed with caution when you or your child are using these elements due to possible allergies. 

 

Link to Catalog

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Cultures of the World Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore: 

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about different cultures...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From play food and musical instruments to photo cards, a globe and more, our theme box is packed with materials that help children explore different cultures—and learn about the fascinating lives of people all over the world. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF942

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

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Families Theme Box

Description from Lakeshore: 

Recommended Age

3 yrs. - 5 yrs. / Preschool - Kindergarten

Description

Children learn all about different types of families...

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with comprehensive, hands-on lessons that span the curriculum! From a beanbag family to puzzles and photo cards, our theme box is packed with materials that help kids discover the importance of families. Plus, you get a guide with tons of involving activities that cover 10 curriculum areas—from math to dramatic play. Materials come in a plastic tub.

Item # FF965

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

 

 

Library Information: Checkouts are for three weeks. Kits should be returned directly back to the Central Birmingham Public Library Youth Departments or, in the case of teachers or organizations, returns should be coordinated with library staff. Please do not leave in the drop off boxes.   

Link to Catalog

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