Play
Play is an important component in every child’s development. Pickerington Public Library offers items that will stimulate the mind and engage customers both young and old.
In-House Play Experiences
Abilities Monument
The three five-foot-tall columns are decorated with hand-painted tiles created by both individuals with disabilities and those without. Each column represents a different type of ability: cognitive, physical, and non-disabled.
AWE Early Literacy Computers
Great for toddlers through elementary school, these computers are pre-loaded with over 65 diverse educational software titles that support all curriculum areas and cover all components of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) education.
Early Literacy Activities
Help your child get ready to read by engaging in a variety of activities that support the five early literacy practices: reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing. View the calendar of events for times and locations.
Lego Table
Light Table
The light table is available at Pickerington Main Library and features a rotation of magnetic building tiles, x-rays, and dominoes for kids to explore.
Music Garden
Visit the Music Garden at Pickerington Main Library where children of any age can express emotions, develop a sense of rhythm, support their physical development, develop communication skills, and benefit from auditory and tactile stimulation.
Nature Table
Kids are naturally curious, and the Nature Table is a great way to find out about science concepts. Stop by Pickerington Main Library and see what’s new in the Nature Table.
Nintendo Switch
Play table top or handheld mode and share the fun with your friends with Nintendo’s multiplayer games. Strengthen critical thinking and logic skills with video games!
PlayStation and XBox
Whether you’re a gaming pro or a beginner, each library location has a PlayStation 5 console where you can PS4 and PS5 games. Strengthen critical thinking and logic skills with video games! Interested in playing on an XBox? An XBox console is available for play at Sycamore Plaza Library.
Puppets
Tell a story using the puppets at Sycamore Plaza Library! This is a great way to
get children engaged in stories through play.