Interesting ideas . . . from CIL 2012

In Darien, CT, the library is using iPads for early literacy.  There's a permanently mounted iPad with an "app of the day" for children to explore each day.  Many of the apps are interactive e-books!

In addition to that, the library loans iPads in kits for 1 week.  They are pre-loaded with apps geared for children 2-5.  Provisions are made to wipe each iPad when it comes back (electronically and physically wipe!) and reload with the approved apps.



Certainly gives parents an opportunity to try the technology before purchasing and gives them a good idea of the range of apps available for everyone in the family - even the youngest members!