Playaway Launchpads are tablets pre-loaded with high-quality learning apps and games for kids ages preschool through fifth grade. No ads. No download time. No need for internet access. Available at all locations.
Children can create a personal avatar and choose their own adventures. From math and science to reading and music, launchpads are 100% secure, designed to ensure that children are not exposed to unintended content.
Before you get started, please note:
- All cardholders registered with us can check out launchpads for use inside the library (up to two hours).
- Oak Park Public Library cardholders can check out launchpads to take with them (up to three weeks).
- Each comes with an AC adapter and USB cord to charge them outside the library.
- You will also need to fill out the Device Checkout Agreement Form in person if you haven’t already.
- Topics and suggested age ranges of pre-loaded content vary; it all depends on where you check out your playaway. See below for more details on what is available where.
Available at the Children’s Services desk for in-the-library use
- Ages 3+
- Ready Spaghetti (kindergarten readiness)
- I Know, Dino (dinosaurs and preschool learning fun)
- Read in English. Read in Spanish (language learning)
- Ages 5+
- Math Marvel (math superpack)
- My Brave Life (life skills)
- Ages 8+
- Compose Pack (creativity, self-expression)
Available at the Main Library Lobby desk to take with you
- Ages 3+
- Everyday Adventures (life skills)
- Emotions of Mine (life skills)
- Ready Spaghetti (kindergarten readiness)
- Ages 5+: Meow the Cow (animals, reading, math)
- Ages 8+: Sound Evidence (STEAM superpack)
Available at Maze Branch for in-the-library use
- Ages 3+
- Emotions of Mine (life skills)
- Meow the Cow (animals, reading and math)
Available at Maze Branch to take with you
- Ages 3+: I Know, Dino! (dinosaurs and preschool learning fun)
- Ages 5+: Math Marvel (math superpack)
- Ages 8+: Compose Pack (creativity and self-expression)
Available at Dole Branch for in-the-library-use
- Ages 3+: Everyday Adventures (life skills)
- Ages 8+: Sound Evidence (STEAM superpack)
Available at Dole Branch to take with you
- Ages 3+: Read in English. Read in Spanish (language learning)
- Ages 5+: My Brave Life (life skills)
