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Woozles Children’s Bookstore
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Canada’s oldest children’s bookstore
A Place For & About Children

https://www.woozles.com
https://atlanticbooks.ca/NSloyal
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Looking for a cozy weekend activity? Join us this Sunday, November 23rd, from 1:00pm to 2:30pm for a drop-in activity session with author, Ashley Anne Clark. Stop by and celebrate her new book, 𝘕𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘈𝘯𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘴, with a nature themed craft. Hope to see you there! #halisky #kidsbooksky
Hand holding a copy of Nocturnal Animals in front of a bookstore with a green and white sign. The book cover is dark with stars and a group of woodland animals.
November 19, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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Unfortunately, due to illness, our Storytime at The Berkeley is canceled for this week. We hope to see you next week! Have you heard about our New Storytime? We have partnered with The Berkeley Retirement Home on Pepperell to offer a cozy indoor Storytime. Storytime is held on Tuesdays at 10:30!
A selection of children’s board books - with titles including: Click, Clack, Moo Cows That Type and This Dog. That Dog. - with a central text about a public Storytime organized by Woozles.
November 17, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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The shop needed more gnomes. Thankfully Lauren Soloy updated our window with some of her beautiful illustrations! Stop by Woozles and check out our charming window in celebration of her new book, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘸𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘎𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘦. We have signed copies so come grab yours today. Thanks so much Lauren! #kidsbooksky
Happy author outside a bookstore celebrating their window display for their new book, The Newest Gnome. Winter themed window display to celebrate a new book, The Newest Gnome. Happy author on a sunny day painting the bookstore’s new window. Smiling author holding up their signed books - The Hidden World of Gnomes and The Newest Gnome - in a vibrant floral fabric chair.
November 4, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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We are so excited to be participating in Nova Scotia Loyal’s pilot program aimed at supporting Nova Scotian authors and publishers. Stop by and pick up a coupon for $10 off qualifying titles (while supplies last). See link in bio for details on qualifying books and voucher program. #halisky
Hand holding a voucher for $10 off select Nova Scotian titles as part of Nova Scotia Loyal’s Book Voucher Program.
October 29, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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October is Mi’kmaw history month, an opportunity to celebrate Mi’kmaw culture and history. This year’s theme is A’tukwemk aq A’tukowinu’k – Storytelling and Storytellers. Find our list of featured titles by Mi’kmaw authors and artists on our website and shelves. #kidsbooksky #halisky
A selection of picture books by Mi’kmaw authors and artists on a grey background. Titles include: Mi’kmaw Moons, Amazing L’Nu’k and Sem’s Map.
October 22, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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Scenes from a joyous day! Thank you to all the families and friends who joined us yesterday to celebrate 47 wonderful years of sharing our love of reading with the Halifax community. Our hearts are full, thank you everyone! ♥️ #kidsbooksky #halisky
Three generations of Woozles standing and smiling outside the bookstore to celebrate 47 years in business. Child dancing to musical performance of husband and wife duo, Joyce and Glenn of ReJOYce. Susan’s face painting station, working on an image on someone’s hand. Curious George and a Woozle smiling outside to celebrate Woozles’ Bookstore 47th birthday.
October 19, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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We’re two days away from the Woozles Birthday party and can’t wait! We hope you can join us on October 18th from 10am-12pm to celebrate our 47th birthday. Preparations are underway, including: storytime, music, face painting, fish pond prizes, a yo-yo demo, cookies and Curious George! #halisky
Black and white photo from the 70s of kids celebrating the birthday of Woozles Children’s Bookstore with balloons and a clown.
October 16, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Here’s what we read at our first Storytime at the Berkeley this week! Join us for cozy readings on Tuesdays at 10:30am at the Berkeley on Pepperell. This is a free and public event for families. Please note, next week’s Storytime will be held on 𝑴𝒐𝒏, 𝑶𝒄𝒕. 20𝒕𝒉 instead of Tuesday. See you there!
A selection of children’s picture books for Storytime arranged on a floral fabric bench. Titles include: The Most Boring Book Ever, I’m Very Busy and There’s a Bear on My Chair.
October 15, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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We’re excited to have local author and music educator Jennifer Britton host an activity session at Woozles this weekend! Join us Saturday, October 11th, from 1:00pm to 2:30pm for a drop-in activity session and celebrate Jennifer’s new book, 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵. Hope to see you there!
A poster for a weekend event at Woozles celebrating local author Jennifer Britton’s new book. Poster background is dark blue with music note and leaf motifs.
October 7, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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We’re throwing a party and you’re invited! 🥳 Please join us on Saturday, October 18th from 10am-12pm to celebrate our 47th birthday! There will be storytime, free face painting, music, our famous fishpond and more! Our favourite monkey will definitely be making an appearance so mark your calendars!
Curious George and a Woozle smiling and skipping down the sidewalk.
October 3, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Tuesday, September 30th is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Here are a few selected titles you can find on our shelves which discuss the importance of Orange Shirt Day, and the legacy of Canada’s Residential School system.

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A selection of children’s books - covers and open - which discuss the legacy of Canada’s Residential School System, on a grey background.
September 29, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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Spooky season is approaching and we have chills and thrills for all of you YA fans! Check out these chilling page turners to get you into the spirit of the season! 👻
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A selection of chilling YA titles including, Cemetery Boys, Let’s Split Up, and A Tempest of Tea, to enter the spirit of the spooky season on a grey background.
September 18, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Join us this Saturday, September 20th, from 1:00pm to 2:30pm for a drop-in activity session with Nova Scotian author Bex Tobin Fine. Stop by and celebrate her new book, 𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘳 𝘐𝘵!, with a colouring activity and musical accompaniment! We can’t wait! #halisky #kidsbooksky
Hand holding up a newly published picture book - Floor It! - in front of a bookstore and its green sign, Woozles.
September 16, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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We had a visit today from author and illustrator @brianacorrscott.bsky.social who kindly signed so many books for us! From board books to paper dolls, stop by to see her beautifully illustrated titles and take home a signed copy for yourself. Thanks Briana!
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Smiling author posing in a chair with two of her newest titles - Anne of Green Gables and I Lost a Day. Author signing one of her books in a bright floral fabric chair. A selection of books written or illustrated by Briana Corr Scott on a gray background.
September 12, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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We’re very excited to share that Sarah Emsley‘s (@sarahemsley.bsky.social) book, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘴, has arrived early! She kindly stopped by to sign copies so come grab your copy today. Congrats Sarah!

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Author signing her newly published book, The Austens, on a colourful window seat.
September 4, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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School is around the corner and you can find these titles, and more, in store to help with all the feelings that come with returning to school or starting for the first time. 🚌
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A selection of picture books about school including titles such as, When You Go to Dragon School, A Kids Book About School and First Day Around the World, displayed on a grey background.
August 30, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Join us in the beautiful Halifax Public Gardens this Tuesday, August 26th for the last Storytime of the 2025 season! Come find us under the big tree near the cafe with an armful of great books. Here’s what we read last week!

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Selection of kids picture books including titles such as: They All Saw A Cat, Can I Play Too? and Oh No, George! On a grey background
August 24, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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We had a lovely visit from author Laura Alary this week. You can find signed copies of her books, 𝘚𝘦𝘢 𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘊𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘴 and 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘥, 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘉𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 on our shelves. Titles perfect for the lingering days of summer and cool fall days ahead. Thanks Laura!

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Author smiling, holding their children’s picture books in front of a colourful bench and window
August 23, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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We may be well into August but it’s not too late to grab a book from the Woozles 2025 Summer Reading List! Check out the selection of titles we’ve compiled for your youngest readers to YA and non-fiction enthusiasts. You can find the full list online and in-store. Happy reading!
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August 19, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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Here’s what we read at Storytime last week! The last Storytime of the season will be August 26th. We hope you can join us in the Halifax Public Gardens to round out the summer!

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Selection of kids picture books read during an outdoor story time session in a park, arranged on the grass.
August 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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We are so excited to have copies of 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘔𝘦 𝘐𝘴 𝘍𝘢𝘵 by former Woozle Mollie Cronin! We’ll have signed copies later in the month but if you’re like us and can’t wait to read it drop by and grab your copy now! Congratulations Mollie!

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A black and white cover of a graphic novel held by a hand in front of the Woozles bookshop storefront.
August 15, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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Here’s what we read at Storytime last week. Cool off with us in the shade at the Halifax Public Gardens for today’s Storytime session!

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A collection of children’s picture books laid out on a lemon patterned background.
August 12, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Today is International Cat Day, a purrr-fect time to curl up with a feline tale! Find these titles featuring some of our most beloved cat characters in-store and online. What is your favourite cat book?
A selection of picture books about cats for International Cat Day on a grey background.
August 9, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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Here’s what we read at Storytime last week! Hope you’ll join us tomorrow in the beautiful Halifax Public Gardens!

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A selection of picture books arranged in a sunny window on a floral fabric bench.
July 28, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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Looking for a great summer read? Check out the Woozles Summer Reading List! We’ve compiled a selection of titles for every age to help inspire young readers this summer. You can find the full list on our website. Let us know which books you and your family are reading!

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Selections of kids books from a summer reading list arranged around a cozy, floral fabric chair
July 24, 2025 at 11:12 PM