The Thingery

The Thingery is a “library of things” offering experience passes and equipment that provide opportunities for lifelong learning, creativity, and exploration.

Overdue fines: $1 per day for most items, $50 per day for passes.


 

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Ladder Toss

ladder toss game setup

Enjoy friendly competition with this Ladder Toss game. Toss the bolas to score points by wrapping them around the ladder rungs. Easy to set up and play, it’s a fun outdoor or indoor game for all ages and great for gatherings.

Launchpads

launchpad loaded with 'I know, dino'

Launchpads are kid-friendly tablets pre-loaded with educational apps and games. They feature themes like letters, numbers, creativity, critical thinking, or language learning. No internet needed—just turn it on and start learning! Check out our full collection in the library catalog!

LeapFrog Epic

leap frog tablet with game displayed on screen

LeapFrog tablets are kid-friendly devices pre-loaded with educational apps, games, and videos that help prepare kids for school. They feature educator-approved content covering subjects like reading, math, and problem-solving. No internet needed—just turn it on and start learning! Check out our full collection in the library catalog!

Magformers Carnival Set

box of magformers carnival set featuring finished pieces on box

Bring your circus ideas to life and become a ringmaster with the award-winning magnetic Carnival set. Learn to build a Ferris wheel, Carousel and other great circus rides! Add accessories to your geometric shapes and design whirling, spinning creations.

Magformers Dinosaur Set

magformers dinosaur set box with finished pieces for display

Discover prehistoric animals and create your own Stegosaurus, T-Rex, Velociraptor, Brontosaurus and more! Budding paleontology enthusiasts will have endless hours of fun with the wide variety of geometric shapes in the 55-piece Dinosaur Set.

Marble Run

a set of colored lego pieces

Get creative as you explore what it takes to create a game all your own. Learn all that goes into planning, designing, testing and improving the ultimate gaming experience.

Microscope

microscope with a box of slides and tweezers

The JuniorScope microscope for kids features premium-grade glass lenses that let you see in crystal clear detail. Zoom in with clarity with three magnification levels.

Milwaukee Art Museum

milwaukee art museum explore pass

The Milwaukee Art Museum is a world-famous institution featuring stunning architecture and an extensive collection of art spanning centuries and cultures, offering visitors an enriching experience with the visual arts.

700 N. Art Museum Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202 | (414) 224-3200

Milwaukee County Zoo

milwaukee county zoo explore pass

The Milwaukee County Zoo houses over 2,100 specimens representing 314 species from around the world, offering an immersive experience with diverse exhibits, up-close animal encounters, and educational programs across 190 acres.

10001 W Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53220 | (414) 771-3040

Multisport Net

two girls playing volleyball over a net

This versatile multi-sport net is perfect for practicing a variety of games, including soccer, volleyball, pickleball, and more. Easy to set up indoors or outdoors. Must be returned to the Mukwonago Community Library Circulation Desk before close on the day of check out.

Museum of Wisconsin Art

museum of wisconsin art explore pass

The Museum of Wisconsin Art showcases contemporary and emerging art exclusively by artists with deep connections to Wisconsin, serving as a cultural destination that explores regional identity through a growing collection and innovative programs.

205 Veterans Ave., West Bend, WI 53095 | (262) 334-9638

Osmo Detective Agency

game board with ipad holder and plastic magnifying glass

 Put on your detective hat and get ready to solve the case! Travel to six famous cities, inspect hundreds of clues with your magnifying glass, and learn about geography and landmarks around the world!

Osmo-Genius Starter Kit

plastic shapes, cards with numbers and letters, ipad holder

Osmo is an award-winning game system that will change the way your child interacts with the iPad and iPhone by opening them up to hands-on play.

Osmo-Little Genius Starter Kit

kit with plastic shapes and playing cards with ipad holder

Your child’s first Osmo, designed to take kids aged 3–5 on a hands-on learning adventure. They’ll spark their imaginations, learn critical skills, and have a blast with these four games!

Ozobot Starter Pack

ozobot device

Learning how to control Ozobot is easy, through color codes with just regular paper and four primary color markers. Then your child can advance with exciting DIY and STEM activities that are as limitless as your child's own creativity. Finally, they will master with technology and have hours of fun using Ozobot apps and web-based games and challenges.

Penworthy STEAM to Go! Little Critter Phonics

phonics kit with books and activity cards

Work on reading with a classic in this kit featuring a 12-book Little Critter phonics set, a leveled reader, wipe-off phonics workbook, and two activities. The first is a fun phonics card game and a second is an interactive phonics activity featuring an interactive talking pen.

Penworthy STEAM to Go! Math Games Kit

blue tote bag with board games and card games

This math focused STEAM kit helps make math fun with two games to test children’s knowledge of addition, subtraction, and more.

Penworthy STEAM to Go! My Amazing Body Kit

steam kit with plastic brain model and anatomy book

From your head to your toes, the My Amazing Body kit is an introduction to anatomy and explains the important parts of your body. The hands-on manipulatives for the heart, brain, and skeleton will provide children an in-depth look into the human body and create an appreciation for everything their bodies can do.