About the Kits
The State Library offers numerous adult and youth book discussion kits, as well as programming kits, in a variety of genres and themes.
Book discussion kits include copies of the book (up to 15 for adult kits and 20 for youth), an audiobook when available, and a discussion guide. Some youth book kits also include a large print and/or Spanish copy of the title.
Programming kits encourage kids and adults to explore, create, and learn at the library and at home. These kits contain many developmentally appropriate materials—books, CDs, DVDs, electronics, games or toys, and resource guides. For more specific information on these kits, please visit Programming Kits.
Reserving a Kit
Unfortunately, we do not have news about a new reservation software at this time. We may be a little closer to getting it approved for purchase, but have no estimation as to when we will be able to implement it. For this reason, we are opening up more months for book kit reservations. As mentioned previously, all kits schedules created to date do not need to be resubmitted.
We are now opening reservations for kits that will ship before September 30, 2025. If you have a new kit request for June, July, August, and/or September, we can check and reserve if available. Please contact Deborah Hibbard (Deborah.Hibbard@ky.gov) or Hannah Mooney (Hannah.Mooney@ky.gov) to check availability. Thanks for your continued patience! (6-2-25)
FAQ
Who can reserve a kit?
Anyone residing in Kentucky can make use of our kits, including schoolteachers and school librarians, homeschooling parents, and community book clubs.
However, all kits must be reserved by a local Kentucky public library staff member. If you need help determining who to contact at your local public library, please email
kdlareferencedesk@ky.gov.
When will I get my kit?
When scheduling,please allow at leasttwo weeksfor delivery. Choose a “reserve" date two weeks prior to the date you need the kit. If you don't receive your kit on time, please contact us ASAP at kdlareferencedesk@ky.gov so that we can make other arrangements.
How long can I keep my kit?
Kits check out for a nine-week period from shipping date to due date. If you need longer than the standard check out period, or need an extension on the due date, please contact
Deborah.Hibbard@ky.gov. 502-564-8378
What happens if items are lost or damaged?
Kits are treated as interlibrary loans and are subject to fees for lost or damaged items depending on the situation. Any items declared lost but later returned will have the charges reversed. Youth book discussion kits will not be subject to charges for lost or damaged items unless the total cost exceeds $100.00. Please contact
Deborah.Hibbard@ky.gov, 502-564-8378 for more information.
Have a kit suggestion or possible kit donation?
If you have a suggestion for a kit title or have kits you would like to donate to the State Library, you can send that information to us with this
Kit Suggestion Form. Suggested titles can also be sent to kdla.techservices@ky.gov.