Early Literacy Kits are a collection of thematic books, movies, toys, and games for young kids all bundled together in a clear backpack.
Library of Things
Libraries loaning “stuff” isn’t a new concept. Framed paintings were available for checkout at the Newark (N.J.) Public Library back in 1904. Lincolnwood’s Library of Things doesn’t have framed pictures, but you can take photos and videos with a GoPro, binge watch a favorite Netflix or Disney+ show using a Roku, or ditch the Ethernet cables with a WiFi hotspot and more.
We hope you enjoy the Library of Things and we hope you’ll share with us on social media using the hashtag #LincolnwoodCreates.
Borrowing Guidelines
- Items can be checked out by Lincolnwood residents.
- Items within the Library of Things have various age restrictions. See the details about Library of Things items below or contact us if you have any questions.
- Each item checks out for 2 weeks and can be renewed once if no one else has placed a hold on the item.
- Patrons can place holds on Library of Things Items via our online catalog or by contacting the Adult Services Department at 224-233-1841.
- If you keep an item past its due date, you will be charged $1 per day until you return the item.
- Each item has replacement costs if lost or damaged.
- All Library of Things items must be picked up and returned to the Ask Us Desk for Adult Services staff to process.
- Do not place Library of Things items in the parking lot or lobby drop box. Do not return these items to the Checkout desk.
Stream online video, music, photos and more to your TV using your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Works with Android, iOS, Chrome for Mac, and Chrome for Windows devices as the Chromecast controller.
Mount your GoPro to handlebars, seat posts, ski poles and more with this adaptor kit.
Mount your GoPro over your head or on a helmet to capture footage from a headlamp-like perspective.
Digital video and still camera that is designed for action photography and is compatible with a wide range of mounting accessories to capture images from a variety of unique perspectives.
GoPro Hero 10 Black camera and a set of accessories for action photography
Take amazing photos or videos with this rugged action camera set that comes with mounting accessories to help you capture unique perspectives.
The Shorty is a grab-and-go mini extension pole and tripod accessory for GoPro action cameras. It extends from 4.6in to 8.9in. Prop it up on any level surface with a built in tripod.
Industrial-strength Suction Cup mount for GoPros is proven at speeds of 150+ mph. It includes a standard base and a quick release base for moving conveniently between shots and locations.
Produce photos or videos with backgrounds you can choose later with this green screen kit.
The Zoom H5 Handy Recorder allows you to create multitrack recordings with multiple inputs and a variety of accessories.
Hold this device above text to illuminate and magnify it up to 300% for easy reading in a large viewing area.
Easily store and access up to 2 terabytes of digital content on this Western Digital USB external hard drive.
Play media like Blu-Rays and DVDs on your television with this player with included HDMI cable.
The AmazonBasics TV antenna lets you view free over the air local live digital TV channels on compatible televisions.
9.7″ iPad for use while you're at the Library with apps like Kanopy, Hoopla, Creativebug, Flipster, Google apps, YouTube, iMovie, GarageBand, Photoshop Express, Zoom, and more.
This kit includes 3 hand tools: chain nose pliers, side cutters, and round nose pliers for beading and jewelry making.
This set of Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers comes with a charging dock and allows you to play Nintendo Switch games with more players.