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Reading Nook for Kids

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I saw this fantastic idea using spice racks to hold books on Pinterest.  I love this reading nook idea because it takes little space, and adds charm and character while encouraging good reading habits to our little ones.  When I went to IKEA however, these wooden spice racks were nowhere to be found.  I decided to keep looking and stumbled upon some photo ledges that I thought would fit perfectly for a reading nook I had wanted to make for my daughter for her room.

Here is what her wall looked like before.  It was plain and sad with an off centered organization board I made last year. Blah and boring!

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I found a fun cherry blossom decal and added it to the plain walls along with two photo ledges at a height that would make it easy for my toddler to reach. I hung them off set from one another.

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Here is a close up.

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I purchased and painted some wooden letters to spell out “books” and “read” with acrylic craft paint.  I didn’t originally plan on it saying “read books” but I found an old curb side pick-up frame that I thought would look cute around the words.

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Here another photo.  It turned out quite nice.

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My daughter actually picks up and reads her books more often now because they are displayed.  No longer hidden in her organization cubes, her books are now easily accessible and a constant reminder that she has them!

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  1. Maria says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    I love the stencil in the background. Great job!

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  2. Craft Mom says

    March 2, 2013 at 11:03 am

    adorable. I love the colors

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  3. Jaime says

    March 2, 2013 at 4:51 pm

    This is so sweet for a little girls room. I really like the stencil behind it too. It’s a nice touch.

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  4. Gina (aka East Coast Mommy) says

    March 3, 2013 at 5:05 am

    Love it! Thanks for sharing. 🙂

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  5. Ellie says

    March 3, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    Great idea! who wouldn’t be inspired to read here?

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  6. Niki says

    March 4, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    Dinah, this is Adorable!! I love the tree.

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  7. Dinah Wulf says

    March 4, 2013 at 8:30 pm

    Thank you everyone!!!!

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  8. araceli says

    October 24, 2013 at 10:39 am

    whats the size of the photo ledges?

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      October 24, 2013 at 10:44 am

      Hi Araceli, These are 4″ in depth and 45″ in length.

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      • Jennifer Ann de la Torre says

        June 4, 2014 at 3:56 pm

        How do I mount the photo ledges? Do I need a drill?

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        • Dinah Wulf says

          June 4, 2014 at 5:06 pm

          Yes! I had to use a drill and anchors.

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  9. Jennifer Ann de la Torre says

    June 4, 2014 at 3:54 pm

    I am inspired to create a painted wooden framed sign that says I CAN READ. Being schizoaffective, it is difficult for me to read books from beginning to end….I plan to create a book nook around my corner desk, as I fall asleep when I read in bed!!! And some of my books will be displayed, so I feel encouraged to read them! My plan is to return to university in my 40s which will require a lot of reading. In the meantime, I actually want to read my non school books. I collect children’s books; psychology books; and medical books….I am 39. I will be 40 on June 25th!!!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      June 4, 2014 at 5:05 pm

      Congrats on returning to school! I definitely know how you feel being a former grad school student! I think that’s a great idea to help inspire you to read. Happy early birthday!!

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      • Jennifer Ann de la Torre says

        June 18, 2014 at 12:44 am

        Thank you so much, Dinah!!!

        I would love to finish my bachelor’s degree and then take Montessori training or go to medical school!

        How did you mount the spice racks on the wall? Do I need a drill? I am looking for book display shelving that does not require a drill!!!

        I would like to create a special display for my childrens books!

        I am honored to receive encouragement from you, Dinah! You are an accomplished lady….

        – Jennifer Ann de la Torre

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