What is a Curriculum Pack?
Curriculum packs are collections of materials designed to aid in learning about and enjoyment of a specific theme or topic. Each pack has been designed to give an introduction to the topic or to be used to enhance other learning about the topic. Included in each pack are several books, and other items such as DVDs or videos, CDs, CD-ROMs, and even games, models, or other learning tools. Each pack is designed primarily for use by students in the elementary grades. The materials can be used independently or within a teaching setting. Also included in each pack is a bibliography of other related items held in the library's regular collection. Curriculum packs are an excellent way to gain new perspective on a particular subject, or to enjoy further exploration of a topic of interest.

What is a Discovery Pack?
Discovery Packs are collections of materials sharing a common theme, designed for a preschool audience. Included in each pack are several books, and other items such as DVDs or videos, CDs, CD-ROMs, as well as manipulatives like puzzles or toys. The materials can be used in a home, home daycare, or daycare center, to help preschoolers enjoy and learn about important concepts.


Who can check them out?
Curriculum Packs and Discovery Packs can be checked out by any KCPL library card holder. Each Pack can be checked out for 28 days, and can be renewed twice for 2 weeks each renewal, unless there is a hold on the item. The Packs are kept at the Erlanger Branch, but they can be put on hold and sent to any of our KCPL locations for checkout. They can be returned to any KCPL location. For more information about Curriculum Packs or Discovery Packs, please contact the Erlanger Children's Department at 859-962-4003.