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Fun Houston Storytimes Found Outside the Library

Family Storytime & Craft photo courtesy of Levy Park
Family Storytime & Craft photo courtesy of Levy Park
9/5/23 - By Rachael Cherry

Storytimes are a cornerstone of baby and toddler culture, and you can find them at most local libraries. But here in Houston, we have a variety of unique storytime sessions as well, bringing the traditional book reading sessions to parks and stores. From afternoon storytimes at Bellaire's Nature Discovery Center to storytime and crafts at the popular Levy Park, these reading sessions are as unique as their locations and are sure to foster a love of reading in kids of all ages. 

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Family Storytime & a Craft at Levy Park

Upper Kirby - Tuesdays
Brings the kids to an outdoor family storytime at Levy Park every Tuesday, then take part in a hands-on craft after the story.  READ MORE

Toddler Tuesday at Discovery Green

Downtown - Seasonal on Tuesdays
Toddlers and their caretakers enjoy a morning of interactive story time, costumed character meet and greets, activities, and soft play equipment from Toddler Towns. READ MORE

Nature Storytime at Nature Discovery Center

Bellaire - Wednesdays
Preschoolers and their caregivers join on Wednesday afternoons for nature stories, live animals, touchable specimens, and a simple craft. This is a free, drop-in program!   READ MORE

Storytime at Blue Willow Bookshop

Memorial - Thursdays
Young kids will listen to stories, sing songs, and do an art activity. READ MORE

Storytime in the Park at Woodchase Park

Westchase - Thursdays
Join Houston Public Library for storytime at Woodchase Park. READ MORE

Preschool Storytime at Tomfoolery Toys & Books

Meyerland - Thursdays
Preschoolers are invited to enjoy a special storytime every Thursday at Tomfoolery. READ MORE

Storybook Theatre at The Woodlands Children's Museum

The Woodlands - Fridays
Foster a love of reading early on by attending Storybook Theatre at The Woodlands Children's Museum. Each week brings a new book coupled with songs, rhymes, and fingerplays.  READ MORE

Storytime on the Terrace & Friday Crafting at Montrose Collective

Montrose - Fridays
Little ones can enjoy Storytime on the Terrace every Friday, followed by interactive children's music and hands-on crafts with the Houston Public Library. It’s a fun-filled morning of stories, songs, and creative projects to take home and proudly display! READ MORE

Storytime in the Garden at the Houston Botanic Garden

Southeast Houston - Third Friday of the month
Join the team from the Park Place Regional Library for a story time at the Houston Botanic Garden for kids of all ages. READ MORE

Storytime at Brazos Bookstore

West University - Saturdays
This Saturday morning tradition at Brazos is perfect for kids ages 2- 5. READ MORE

Books on the Bayou / Libros sobre el Bayou

Downtown- First Saturday of the Month
Join a fun, free bilingual storytime event for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their parents/caregivers. READ MORE

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