In the Spotlight
What to Do at the St. Louis Zoo!
Read about special events and daily schedules for the zoo.
Parents as Teachers
Learn what this organization offers to preschool families.
Story Times in the Greater St. Louis Area
Find a preschool story time near your home.
A Visit to Barnes and Noble
Barnes and Noble stores are popping up all across the St. Louis area. The newest one is in Fairview Heights, Illinois next to the St. Clair Square Shopping Mall. This book store has much to offer the preschooler and his family.
Are you looking for the Barnes and Noble location nearest you? Barnes and Noble Store Locator
What Can You Find At Barnes and Noble?
Something for Preschool Parents
Parenting books are available at Barnes and Noble. Topics range from potty training to teaching your child to read.
Things for Preschool Teachers
Preschool teacher will find the newest books to share with their students. Many teaching resource book are also sold at Barnes and Noble.
The Café
Take a little break at the Barnes and Noble café. Preschool parents can enjoy a cup of Starbucks coffee as their little ones recharge with a muffin and juice.
Preschool Story Time
A number of story times are scheduled at the Barnes and Noble stores. Most are geared for preschoolers ages 3-6; some locations offer story times for younger children as well. Story time includes developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers. Find a Barnes and Noble story time near you.
Books for Preschoolers
Barnes and Noble sells a range of books for preschool “readers”. Chunky board books, picture books, and emergent readers meet the literacy level of preschoolers. Both fiction and nonfiction books are sold here.
Parents who are unsure about book choices for growing preschoolers may want to check the Recommended Reading List from Parents as Partners.
Preschool Activity Area
Preschoolers and their parents can preview books they are considering for purchase or stay and play awhile in the activity area of the children’s section. Some stores have a table top train for imaginative play.
Barnes and Noble Gift Cards
Preschool parents love Barnes and Noble gift cards. They are quick gifts for anyone on the shopping list. More gift ideas are available for online shopping.
