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The Reading Bug is a book store in San Carlos, CA.

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4.8

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Debra Kumar -Google user

6 years ago

This store is a true local gem. Such great selection of kids' books and games, friendly staff, kids' play area, and best of all, daily storytime. We come most Sundays to the storytime and craft with our daughter and then stop by the farmers' market...Read More

Cindi Reed -Google user

7 months ago

Love visiting this children’s bookstore. It just makes me happy to go there. They offer lots of storytimes and special events in their outdoor seating area. They also have (or had?) a podcast, but I haven’t listened to it. Great community spirit! There’s a side area of...Read More

Trevor Sturm -Google user

2 weeks ago

Great selection of books, very knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend supporting this wonderful neighborhood book store

Adelaide Gehl -Google user

4 months ago

Such a cute store, I always enjoyed going here. Even once I’ve moved away I still get the monthly subscription box!

Yamini Chandrasekaran -Google user

2 years ago

I absolutely love this store. This is our go to place to pick up birthday gifts for young kids. They have got a nice variety of books, puzzles and small activities to keep kids engaged. The staff here are knowledgable and really helpful!

Polina R -Google user

2 years ago

Great local children’s book store with a fantastic selection and helpful and knowledgeable staff. If you have a young reader in your life, this place offers curated customized reading box subscriptions based on child’s interest and reading level. They make great gifts!

Kelly Fillmore -Google user

3 years ago

We love the Reading Bug Adventures Podcast and were super excited to find out the family bookstore wasn't too far from us. Our visit wasn't disappointing! We did story time with Lauren and then explored the bookstore. It is a lovely little bookstore with books...Read More

Shruti Shah -Google user

2 years ago

Highly recommend the subscription. I love shopping for books for my children but it has been hard to find new themes and books through online retailers. I have also tried local bookstores but mostly end up seeing popular books in stock. This subscription box has...Read More

Luke Swartz -Google user

3 years ago

Great children's book store in downtown San Carlos (their street is pedestrian only at the moment which is nice!). They have a nice selection of books for almost any age, along with various educational kids' toys (like puzzles and science kits). On most Fridays and...Read More

Glencora King -Google user

7 years ago

We hit up this bookstore almost every weekend. There is a lovely play space in the back. My older son loves to peruse the books and toys while the toddler plays. They have a huge collection of kids books from toddler to young adult and...Read More

Jill Martin -Google user

4 years ago

I love love love shopping here. Every member of the staff is extremely knowledgable about their offerings. I shop here for books, of course, but also for unique toys, artistic gifts, etc. Rather than guessing at what the children of friends and...Read More

Dora Lam -Google user

2 years ago

The Reading Bug is a gem of a store in downtown San Carlos. Family-run, super knowledgeable staff, and a colorful selection of books, toys, games and more. It's a fun store to browse around and they put on free weekly storytime events for …

Yael Goshen -Google user

Edited 7 years ago

This store is wonderful. There are story times Tuesday - Sunday, play area for kids, book events, etc, and the store itself is so fun to peruse. We try to buy all our kid gifts here - they have the most well-curated books, toys, and...Read More

Miss LissSka -Google user

7 years ago

What an amazing bookstore! The decor is so cute and welcoming. They have a few chairs. The store offers many community events from author visits, to educator night, and even yoga classes. They have a great selection of books and welcome …

Keri Santiago -Google user

Edited 3 years ago

Wonderful place to shop locally for books, especially children's books. If you have a book in mind that they do not have in stock, they can usually order it for you. Also, don't forget to take advantage of their very affordable gift wrapping service -...Read More

Ashlyn Rae -Google user

7 years ago

My favorite bookstore! The staff is so helpful and friendly; locally owned; they have a little Spanish books section where there's always at least a few that were published originally I'm Spanish which is great! Kid friendly bathrooms, …

Leslie Liu -Google user

12 years ago

Folks who live in San Carlos are lucky to have this store nearby. The staff is super helpful in recommending age-appropriate books. Other than books, there's a well-edited stock of quality products for babies, kids, expectant parents, and …

Alison Huie -Google user

Edited a month ago

Magical bookstore with the best staff. Amazing recommendations and great author/community events. This place is a gem.

amy schwimmer -Google user

4 years ago

Besides being a beautiful store with a tremendous selection of kids' books and toys, they also carry some adult books, and you can order selections that they don't have in stock. Staff communications are extremely responsive and helpful. …

Elizabeth Platt -Google user

4 years ago

We live in Redmond OR, and have never been to the store, but absolutely LOVE their kids podcast. Seriously have saved us on so many car trips. My 6 year old daughter also loves to listen to The Reading Bug at home while coloring....Read More

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