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"You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child."
- Dr. Seuss
Avril
Avril grew up in her mother’s book store, Through the Looking Glass, surrounded by a world of stories and beauty. She was inspired by the love of reading and dreamed of having a store of her very own.
She got older, had two children and created a successful business running a daycare, but when her path led her to North Vancouver she returned to her vision of starting a children’s book and toy store. Now that dream has become a reality.
Forest Fairy Books and Toys is the result of her creativity and hard work. It is an oasis of beauty, wonder and community for everyone to enjoy. Avril has also woven another one of her passions into the business by selling her original art work.
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Hannah
Hannah is Avril’s daughter. She grew up watching her mom create environments where people felt safe and happy. Now, she wants to do the same. When the opportunity to start Forest Fairy Books and Toys came along it was clear that it would be a family business.
Hannah is a birth and postpartum doula by trade. She supports people during their most personal family experiences and has seen just how important community really is. This is the perspective she brings the store.
Hannah and Avril work together to bring creativity, fun, balance and joy to running their small business. Together, this mother daughter team have created something amazing.
Q&A
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What kind of toys do you have?
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What kind of books do you have?
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How do I find you in the mall?
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We carry a wide range of toys for all ages. Our focus is primarily on quality materials, creative play and unique and fun ideas.
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We carry children's book all the way from newborn up to young adult. You'll find both classics and new stories on our shelves
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Our store is located just inside the Conifer St. entrance. You can also follower our signs in the main mall or consult our map here.
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Do you sell used books?
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What are 3D printed dragons?
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When are you open?
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We only carry new books but we hope your used books find good homes. Book Lovers is our local used bookstore on the North Shore.
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Our 3D printed dragons are cool little toys made by a local company Gadget3D. They make great fidget toys and adventure companions.
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We are open everyday of the week with our hours usually being from 10am to 6pm. Sunday is from 12-5pm and Thursday and Friday we are open until 8pm.
Our Space
Our little store is full of colour and light and we worked hard to make it a welcoming and magical space. The two beautiful forest murals were painted by Avril to bring nature inside, all of our painted shelves are reclaimed giving the space a unique and cozy feel and our wooden shelves, front desk and the fairy house were all lovingly hand-crafted with the help of our good friend Lynn Ross who made our store possible.
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