Physical Sciences Discovery Kits

Our Discovery Kits are designed to enhance and promote interest in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) through hands-on interaction and creative learning. STEAM activities and programs are an excellent opportunity to introduce concepts and promote skills that can set you up for creative, scientific, and collaborative thinking now and in the future. Our kits are available for a range of ages for a three-week checkout period. Each kit focuses on a theme and contains:

  • Explorative, hands-on items
  • Non-fiction books
  • Instruction booklet

Place a hold or come to library to see what we have on the shelves. Kits must be picked up from and returned to the Kenai Community Library. Kits must be returned to the service desk or via curbside pickup. One kit per family please.

Sponsor a kit! The initial round of kits was sponsored by the Friends of the Kenai Community Library. If you are an organization, company or individual who is interested in sponsoring a kit, they range from $100 -$250. Please contact us at kenailibrary@kenai.city for more information.

Available Kits:

Astronomy Binoculars

  • Guide
  • Age: 6-12
  • Includes: Astronomy binoculars, red flashlight, tripod, books

Astronomy Solar System

  • Guide
  • Age: 3-6
  • Includes: Inflatable solar system, star projector, flash cards, book 

Astronomy Telescope

  • Guide
  • Age: 6-12
  • Includes: Telescope with case, flashlights, star finder, books

Geology Rocks

  • Guide
  • Age: 6-10
  • Includes: Rocks, fossils, & Minerals kit, magnifying glass, poster, books

NASA Backpack

  • Guide
  • Age: 6-12
  • Includes: Telescope, planisphere, code & go robot mouse, red light flashlight, books...

Paleontology

  • Guide
  • Age: 5-10
  • Includes: Augmented reality flashcards, T-Rex skull, puzzle, books