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Big News for Little Listeners! Tonies and Yoto Players Have Arrived at the Library of Things

We are thrilled to announce the newest additions to our growing Library of Things: Tonies and Yoto players and characters / cards are officially available for checkout!

If you are looking for a screen-free, kid-friendly way to bring stories, music, and learning to life, these innovative audio systems are the perfect solution for your home.

❤️ A Huge Thank You to Seward County Gives!

Before you rush in to borrow one, we want to share some extra special news: these new additions were made possible thanks to the immense generosity of our community through Seward County Gives!

Thanks to everyone who supported Seward Memorial Library during this local giving event, we were able to bring this cutting-edge audio technology directly to our patrons. Your contributions help us keep our collection growing, modern, and accessible to every family in Seward County.

🎵 How Do They Work?

Unlike tablets or television screens, Tonies and Yotos are designed specifically to be 100% screen-free and tactile. Children take total control of their storytime adventure using physical objects:

Tonieboxes: Kids place a magnetic character figure (a "Tonie") right on top of a soft, durable box to instantly trigger audiobooks, educational games, and favorite songs.

Yoto Players: Young listeners insert a physical audio card into a friendly, portable speaker to listen to full-length audiobooks, music albums, podcasts, and sound effects.

Because the controls are intuitive and simple, even toddlers can operate them independently—no password, app access, or screen time required!

🚗 Why You’ll Love Borrowing One

Whether you want to test-drive a device before buying one for your family or simply want to switch up your home routine, these players offer endless possibilities:

😴 Bedtime & Quiet Time: Perfect for soothing bedtime routines, naptime white noise, or peaceful afternoon play.

🚗 Road Trip Ready: Keep little ears engaged on long car rides without handing over a tablet or smartphone.

📚 Early Literacy Boost: Listening to audiobooks helps young children build vocabulary, improve comprehension, and foster an early love for storytelling long before they learn to read printed words.

🎒 How to Borrow Yours Today

Each player comes as a complete kit packaged with a set of popular audio characters or cards so you can start listening right away!

To check one out:

• Stop by the Library of Things inside Seward Memorial Library.

• Or search "Tonie" or "Yoto" in our online catalog to check availability and place a hold with your library card.

  
  

Come test out the future of screen-free storytime, and thank you again to everyone who supported us through Seward County Gives! Happy listening, Seward! 🎧✨