Peoria-Area Library STEM Resources
for students, parents, teachers, all
What STEM Stuff Can I Find at the Library?
STEM Books and Ebooks | Print and electronic; for all ages |
STEM Kits | Contain hands-on learning materials such as coding robots, solar energy building toys, circuit building toys, pattern block kits, microscopes, etc. Include instructions and related books. |
STEM Programs | Workshops such as Little Explorers, for kids ages 4-6 to explore STEAM (currently virtual). |
STEM Take-Home Activities | Individual take-home boxes containing STEM-related activities. |
Maker Spaces | Spaces for patrons to create and use physical materials such as 3D printers, audio and video capture tools, sewing machines, etc. |
STEM Clubs | LEGO, Robotics, 3D printing, GEMS (for girls), and more (some currently virtual). |
STEM Resources by Library
Alpha Park Public Library
STEM Items
Stem Kits (available Spring 2021)
Will include activities, equipment and youth books (2) on the topic.
Available for Checkout
Fondulac
District Library
Robotics (BB8, Ozobots)
Electronics (SNAP Circuits, Makey Makey )
Weights and Measures, Physics, Math
https://fondulaclibrary.org/stem-kits/
Tablets preloaded with educational apps, including science (not Internet-connected): https://fondulaclibrary.org/launchpad/
Children’s book sets on particular themes, including science: https://fondulaclibrary.org/book-bundles/
Available for Checkout
STEM Programs
3D printing , Little Explorers (virtual during COVID), science-related Take & Make kits
3D Printing: https://fondulaclibrary.org/3d-printing/
Other
Morton Public Library
315 W. Pershing Street, Morton https://www.mortonlibrary.org/
STEM Kits (7)
Include lessons, books, and interactive activity. For students grades 4-7; some can be used with younger. For individuals and classrooms. Subjects:
STEM Club
Girls Excelling in Math and Science (G.E.M.S)
Available for Checkout
Other
Lillie M. Evans Library
207 N. Walnut Street, Princeville
STEM Programs and Activities
Through a Project Next Generation grant from the Illinois State Library, the library has created STEM programs for junior high and high school students on audio visual production, cutter machines and 3D printing. Resources pages are here: http://pngatlme.pbworks.com/.
Lego Club
In 2021, the grant focus is on developing a Lego Club for 4th-8th grade students. To date they have had three builds. Robotics will also be incorporated.. Activities on the library YA blog: http://lmeteenspace.blogspot.com/.
Available for Checkout
STEM Books
Other
Caterpillar Engineering Library
Technical Information Center
14009 Old Galena Road, Mossville
Engineers, Libraries and Using Science Journals
A presentation a on how engineers use libraries, with the Caterpillar engineering library as a real-world example.
Highlights how engineers use science journals, and includes links to kids science journals and activities.
Other
All Local Public Libraries offer
STEM Books
Local libraries offers a variety of STEM books for all ages, print and digital.
Can’t leave home?
Read STEM books from your device!
SpotLight: TumbleBooks
TumbleBooks offer animated talking picture books, read-along chapter books, national geographic videos, non-fiction books, puzzles and math stories for grades K-6.
Using Your Library
a few useful tips ...
Illinois Library Cards are universal
Illinois Public Library Cards can be used at ANY library in the state!
For example, a Peoria Public Library Card can be used to check out library materials from Morton, Washington, Dunlap, Fondulac, Princeville, etc.
Pick Up at Any Library
Materials from ANY Illinois library can be delivered to the library of your choice.
Public Library Users
Materials from ANY Illinois library can be delivered to the library of your choice.
Teachers
Certain public library materials can be delivered to your school library.
Contact your local library
for delivery information!
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