This is not a post about a quilt. This is a post about magic, or at least a magical place for kids of all ages.
C. S. Lewis would be proud. The glint in this boy’s eye says it all. When you go, look in the wardrobe – you won’t be disappointed.
This shop is on a downtown street in Monroe, Ga. We go there frequently to visit family, to shop at some great antique malls, and to eat delicious food at local restaurants.
As we drove through downtown on recent trips, this storefront beckoned me. It seemed to be a children’s shop of some sort, but until I entered, I had no idea what to expect.
There are books, book, more books, and nooks to read them in.
There’s a yellow brick road, murals to delight children and adults around every corner.
I paused in my giggling with delight to get permission to take photos and write about this haven. Do click on the images to enlarge them so you can appreciate the detail in the decor.
I learned that The Story Shop has been open for about two years and is as wildly popular as you would expect. The owner and designer has created a delightful destination for kids of all ages.
Groups are welcomed and school groups can come to presentation geared to their age groups. Teachers will love that the programs are correlated to the state curriculum standards. What a wonderful place to learn more about your favorite wonderland.
There’s a room for parties and gatherings. And a bit of non-bound merchandise can be found, too.
Just seeing the graphics on this tote bag brings happy memories of libraries and bookstores from my early reading life. Imagine the memories made by youngsters who have the privilege of visiting this wonderland!
How many favorite books from your childhood did you identify from the photos?
