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STEAM kits for checkout

Want to test out some of our STEAM tech with your classroom, group, or family? Need a tool to complete that home or hobby project? You can check out a STEAM tech or tool kit from the Maker + STEAM department at Main Library!

Please email Maker + STEAM staff at Maker_STEAM@docnc.gov to inquire about kit availability and set up a time to check out the kit.

Usage guidelines

  • Our Maker + STEAM kits are available to be checked out directly from Maker + STEAM staff in the Innovation Lab during the Innovation Lab open hours. Please email Maker + STEAM staff at Maker_STEAM@docnc.gov to inquire about kit availability and set up a time to check out the kit.
  • Kits can be checked out for 21 days. No renewals currently allowed.
  • Usage guides are included in each kit.
  • A valid, full privileges Durham County Library card is required to check out a kit. The library card holder checking the kit out is responsible for any missing or damaged items.
  • Patrons may only check out one kit at a time.
  • Kits must be returned to Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St.) to a Maker + STEAM staff member during open lab hours or by other appointment.
  • Please check for kit contents before returning. Kit contents will be checked by Maker + STEAM staff at checkout and check-in.

Kits

Ozobot Classroom kit (18 bots)

Top of a closed plastic bin with a sticker on top saying "Evo classroom kit," a list of kit contents, and a QR code to get started.

Opened bin showing a set of 18 small round robots, plus boxes of markers and a charger.

  • 18 Evo robots
  • 18 Dual-tip Color Code marker packs
  • Bot stickers
  • Wireless charging cradle and accessories
  • Laminated usage guide

More Ozobot information >

Sphero Blueprint kit

Top of a blue and red plastic bin saying "sphero blueprint" on the lid.

Opened bin showing a variety of plastic parts for building.

Three copies of the kit are available for checkout. Each kit has the following, but we will have 3 kits in one bin for checkout:

  • 1 Blueprint Build Kit (320+ mechanical parts)
  • 1 storage bin for easy organization
  • 1 set of 5 Foundational Engineering Challenge Cards
  • 1 quick start guide
  • Units and lessons (digital only)
  • CAD curriculum support with SolidWorks, OnShape, and STEP files (digital)

Tool kit

A long cloth case with a handle and buckle closures, saying KOBALT on the front.

Unfolded kit showing tools including pliers, wrenches, scissors, a hammer, a tape measure, hex wrenches, a level, and more.

  • Kobalt 73-piece tool kit
  • Stud finder
  • Cross line laser level

Electronics repair kit

Blue zippered bag with a clear front, showing a black case inside that says KOBALT on it.

Opened kit containing an assortment of specialty bits with a handle, plus a few other tools such as tweezers and a paddle. The empty blue zippered bag sits next to the kit.

Kobalt Electronic Repair Screwdriver Bit Set (50-Piece)

Diagnostic tool code reader for vehicles

Blue zippered bag with a clear front, showing a diagnostic code reader inside. It's a black gadget with buttons on the top and a screen covered with a protective sheet including a QR code.

A diagnostic code reader - a black gadget with buttons on the top and a screen covered with a protective sheet including a QR code. The empty blue zippered bag sits next to the kit.

Air quality monitor

Blue zippered bag with a clear front, showing a black box inside that says Temtop on it.

A black box lid saying Temtop, next to the bottom of the box containing a charger cord, next to a small square air quality monitor. The empty blue zippered bag sits next to the kit.

Outlet voltage test kit

Blue zippered bag with a clear front, showing a yellow-and-black GFCI outlet tester and a yellow-and-black non-contact voltage tester

Yellow-and-black GFCI outlet tester and non-contact voltage tester with operating instructions. The empty blue zippered bag sits next to the kit.

7-piece pliers set

Blue zippered bag with a clear front, showing assorted pliers wrapped in plastic inside.

7 pairs of pliers of various types and sizes. The empty blue zippered bag sits next to the kit.

Procedures governing the use of these circulating STEAM and Tool kits are subject to change. If you have any questions, please contact the Maker + STEAM Team at Maker_STEAM@dconc.gov.

These circulating kits were made available due to generous funding from the Friends of the Durham Library grant in 2024.