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Ladels Children’s Book Boutique
1413 Brooklyn
Detroit MI 48226
Tel: (313) 963-8550
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. through 7 p.m.

Listed in: Bookstore

Neighborhood: Corktown

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Shelves filled with multicultural titles and themes are illuminated by expansive plate glass windows. It was important to the owners to offer a wide variety of hard-to-find tales that reflect views from around the world and the neighborhood. In addition to the African content there’s a generous selection of Spanish material reflecting the demographic of the neighborhoods just west of Corktown. Ladels also features spiritual books.

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dsquirrel
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This is an intresting spot to me in it's choice of being off the beaten path making it a gem to the locals that are in the know. Debra walker was the sweetest bookseller I have met. ever! it could be that she is around the young all day, I suspect it rubs off on you after awhile- s grab. Warren
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This is where children and books should meet. The perfect place to enjoy the reading experience. Parents and children of all ages can find something to enjoy. The staff is awesome. The atmosphere is magical. The gardens are breathtaking. The assortment of books and toys are unmatched. This is Heaven.
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Meredith Bennett
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A unique learning experience for children of all ages. From story-telling to "tea parties". Ladels brings out the child in all of us.

This setting and the themed activities, encourage children to read and expand their minds.

It is too bad not many children are taking advantage of this educational experience.
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Maureen
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This is a wonderful, new shop.
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Will Braxton
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I feel that it's a great environment for children to learn, interact, and bond together. It has a unique feel and is a very fun place to explore.
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Dejuan
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Just Beautiful!!!!!
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Thomas
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What a wonderful place to shop.
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Deborah M.
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This bookstore is fantastic! The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. I'm most impressed by the selection of international books and eco-friendly toys.
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The store should win on uniqueness alone!
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L.
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This store is the cutest place on earth! Plus you can go next door and have the best corned beef in the city!
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Debra J
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Where else in Detroit do we have a book boutique that caters to our children? This store is wonderful!!!
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Natalie
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I find my daughter asking when can we go back!
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Dorcas Shumake
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I love the location, and the staff are so "kid-friendly". I love their theme parties and the children get a kick out of it as well. Wow, I just love these spots in the city where you can relax and know that your children are in such a warm and safe environment.
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jerome mongo
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The most needed... very unique...
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SAB
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This boutique has a unique atmosphere for children that encourages learning about different cultures. Both you and your child will learn something new when you visit this store.
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Stephanie
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Ladel's is the best spot in Detroit if you want your child to love reading! The Story Hours, Tea Parties and Bike Parades not to mention to the reading variety all help to make reading fun for children of all ages.
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Sherina
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Ladels Books has books from every corner of the globe. I found books in Tagalog and Spanish. With a story hour and even magic classes for Harry Potter fans, it is the most rewarding and educational children's experience in the city!
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Lisa
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Story time is fun and refreshing.