Take & Make Kits

Many CADL branches offer a selection of free kits that include instructions and supplies to do a project or enjoy a storytime at home. Covering a variety of ages and interests, they are available to pick up while supplies last. Click on any branch name to see a list of what’s available this season.  Be sure to note dates and age ranges.  

Kits Available at All Branches

A wide variety of kits for all ages are also available at specific branches:

Aurelius (517-628-3743)

Dansville (517-623-6511)

Storytime to Go at CADL Dansville (Ages 2–6)

Stop by to pick up a themed storytime kit that includes songs, activities, a simple craft and a list of titles appropriate for toddlers and preschoolers. A new theme will be released each week, then available anytime while supplies last.

Jan. 8–Feb. 26

Mar. 4–May 20

Craft Kits (Ages 3 & up)

Get a free craft kit with instructions and supplies. Kits are available while supplies last.  

  • Jan. 8:  Snowman
  • Jan. 22: Polar Bear
  • Feb. 5:  Valentine Heart
  • Feb. 19:  Winter Windsock
  • March 4
  • March 25
  • April 15
  • May 6

STEM Lab to Go (Ages 5 & Up)

Explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics at home by picking up a kit with fun hands-on activities. A new kit with instructions and supplies will be released on Monday and available while supplies last. 

  • Jan. 29:  Five Senses
  • Feb. 26:  Math Challenge
  • March 11
  • April 1
  • April 22
  • May 13

Creative Writing (Ages 5 & Up)

Pick up a themed activity bundle with writing prompts, word games, and coloring sheets. Instructions and supplies included. The kit is released on select Mondays and will be available while supplies last.

  • March 18
  • April 8
  • April 29
  • May 20

Haslett (517-339-2324)

Spice of the Month (Adults)

Spice up your life with some seasonings that may be new to you! Participants will receive a small amount of a different spice each month, plus recipes and reading suggestions.

Available beginning the 1st Monday of each month while supplies last.

Holt-Delhi (517-694-9351)

Kids Take & Make Crafts (Ages up to 10)

Fun to make crafts on request! Get a free kit from CADL Holt-Delhi with supplies and instructions for a craft, while supplies last.

Teen Make & Take Activities (Ages 10-18)

For teens, come into the library and participate in a new activity specifically for teens. All supplies will be available. Located in the teen section.

Artist Kits (13-18)

While supplies last, visit our young adult books display for a book and a kit of art supplies. Check out a book and use it as inspiration for the related project you’ll find inside the attached bag.

April 1-19

Zine Making Kits (Ages 13-18)

Zines have been used among underground groups and in subcultures since the 1990s to spread information in a way that’s easy to make and easy to read. Gather your thoughts on a subject in a cool and creative way by making your own! Available at our young adult book display while supplies last.

May 6-24

Make Your Summer Reading List (Adults)

Pick up a curated list of upcoming titles and a coloring page reading list. Pick what books to add to your TBR and enjoy planning your summer reading!

May 1-31

Downtown Lansing (517-367-6350), Foster (517-485-5185), and South Lansing (517-272-9840)

FAMILY FUN

Looking for fun crafts and activities to do at home? Every week we will provide supplies and instructions for an activity or craft in a bag. All you need to do is pick one up from the library, take it home and make. Take & Makes are available throughout the week while supplies last.

Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • Open hours

Adult/Teen Take & Make (Ages 13 & Up)

Looking for fun crafts and activities to do at home? We will provide supplies and instructions for an activity or craft in a bag. All you need to do is pick one up from the library, take it home and make. New projects released on the first Monday of the month. Take & Makes are available throughout the month while supplies last. Call 517-272-9840 (SL) or 517-367-6350 (DL) or 517-485-5185 (FO) or stop in. First Mondays of the month

Jan. 8, Feb. 5 • Open hours

Leslie (517-589-9400)

No Kits Available

Mason (517-676-9088)

National Nothing-Day Kit (Ages 4 & Up)

National Nothing Day is an "un-event" for not celebrating or observing anything. So truly feel like you're doing nothing with some relaxing coloring and hot chocolate!

Jan. 16, then while supplies last.

Okemos (517-347-2021)

Spice of the Month (Adults)

Spice up your life with some seasonings that may be new to you! Participants will receive a small amount of a different spice each month, plus recipes and reading suggestions.

Available beginning the 1st Monday of each month while supplies last.

Stockbridge (517-851-7810)

No Kits Available.

Webberville (517-521-3643)

Beaded Snowflake

Make a trio of beautiful prismatic snowflakes!

Jan. 3-Feb. 26 • Open hours

Love Bug Bots

Make your own little love bug robot that dances around! Available while supplies last.

Garfield Birdfeeder

Make your own birdfeeder that looks just like Garfield's mouth.

March 1-31

Williamston (517-655-1191)

Paper Heart Chain Garland (Ages 3 & Up) 

Take ordinary strips of paper and make them a fun and festive decoration for Valentine’s Day! *Call 517-655-1191 to request a kit or add it to your order on MyTime.  

Feb. 4, then while supplies last 

*Shamrock Puzzle Piece Decoration (Ages 6 & Up) 

Make this lucky shamrock wreath by upcycling an old puzzle with some green paint and glue. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

March 1

*In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb Masks (Ages 3 & Up) 

Will we March in like a lion or a lamb this year? Make your call with either a lion mask or lamb mask using common materials. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

March 3

*DIY Dog Toy (Ages 8 & Up) 

Make a dog toy fit for Clifford with this easy DIY involving just a tennis ball and fleece! *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

March 15

*Bunny Garland (Ages 8 & Up) 

Make a bunny garland out of paint sample chips. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

March 25

*Scottish Thistle Flower (Ages 8 & Up)  

Celebrate Scottish-American month by creating an everlasting version of the national emblem of Scotland out of paper. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

April 1

*Clouds and Rain Windsock (Ages 4 & Up) 

It’s time for April Showers! Make a rainy-day themed windsock with construction paper, cotton balls, and yarn. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

April 7

*Seed Bombs (Ages 8 & Up) 

Celebrate Earth Day by making your own seed bombs with wildflower seeds and clay! *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

April 15

*Beaded Pipe Cleaner Butterflies (Ages 3 & Up)  

Make a colorful friend using pony beads, pipe cleaners, a clothespin, and glue. *Call 517-655-1191 to request a packet or add it to your order on MyTime, while supplies last.

May 1