Great Chicago Kids Bookstores

Women and Children First
‪5233 North Clark Street‬
‪Chicago, IL ‬
‪(773) 769-9299‬
http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/
(An amazing selection, emphasizing lesser-known authors and female talent especially. The young adult and tween section is one of the best in the city. They offer a number of storytimes and author events.)

Chicago Kids Book Store
‪3453 North Southport Avenue‬
‪Chicago, IL ‬
‪(773) 472-6657‬
http://www.chicagokidsbooks.com/
(A wonderful shop with a focus on picture books and early chapbooks. The staff are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The decoration of the shop is endlessly charming.)

The Book Cellar
‪4736 North Lincoln Avenue‬
‪Chicago, IL ‬
‪(773) 293-2665‬
http://www.bookcellarinc.com/

(A mixed grown-up/kids shop. Their childrens selection is always excellent. One of the best informed staffs in the area. Tons of great events, readings and goings on)

Magic Tree Book Store
‪141 North Oak Park Avenue‬
‪Oak Park, IL ‬
‪(708) 848-0770‬
http://magictreebooks.com/

(The gold standard for kid’s book stories. Everything from the classics to the most inventive and playful new authors. Great programming, wonderful staff and wonderful toys and games to boot)

Barbara’s Bookstore
‪1100 West Lake Street‬
‪Oak Park, IL ‬
‪(708) 848-9140‬
http://www.barbarasbookstore.com/

(Along with Magic Tree, they set a high standard for kids books. The staff are whipsmart and the kids section is wonderfully designed.)

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