Public Libraries as Dynamic Community Resources for Advancing S T E M Learning: From Books to Interactive Exhibits, Activity Kits, and Family Events David Heil, Founding President * Maddie Zeigler, Board Member Foundation for Family Science & Engineering (FFSE) Libraries as Hosts for Family STEM Events Family Science and Family Engineering are full of fun, handson STEM activities and planning guidance for hosting community events for children and families. Available Program Starter Kits have everything you need to plan and host an event for up to 120 participants. An Activity & Event Planning Guide Library Collaboration for PreK STEM Learning SEEDS is a program for libraries, schools, and family support agencies to advance school readiness for PreK and STEM learning for all kindergarten students. SEEDS includes STEM books and activities for Raising a Reader bags, activity kits for parents and/or childcare providers, and event resources. familyscienceandengineering.org