home > library information > outreach services > Bi-Folkal kits A kit is a multimedia presentation to spur discussion and memories. Bi-Folkal kits provide captivating, informing and stimulating activities for older adults. Focusing on reminiscence, remembering and reflecting, the kits can be used with any group of older adults or mixed-age groups. Each kit is designed to unlock remarkable stories, humorous anecdotes, and first-person accounts of history, experience and life.

Every kit features:

• A program manual with general programming tips, specific instructions, how to use the kit with mixed age groups, plus additional ideas and resources
• A media presentation (video or slide cassettes)
• 25 sing-along booklets in large, easy-to-read type
• An additional cassette with sing-alongs on one side and stories on the other
• Things to touch such as objects, textures, shapes, scented items and more, as varied as the kit topic
• Additional activities such as skits, maps and crossword puzzles

How do I borrow one?

• Review the list of kits for book suggestions.
• Reserve a kit that is available and fits your needs.
• The kit will be sent to the library of your choice at least three days before you need to pick it up.
• You can reserve up to six kits.

In addition to kits, you may also like:

• Mini Kits: Mini Kits include the audio/visual component of the Bi-Folkal Kits without the teaching tools and photocopies.
• Slideas: Slides plus ideas makes slideas. These theme slide sets are ready to use with a slide projector or an individual viewer. The kit includes a script to read, activity ideas, discussion starters and a resource list.