The Story Garden at Northwest Library features characters from classic children's literature, such as Cinderella, Corduroy and Humpty Dumpty. Northwest Library has the added feature of the Three Bears Cottage, where children and parents can find a chair that's just right for reading.
  • Welcome to the Story Garden!
    Welcome to the Story Garden!
  • The House at Pooh Corner | The classic story of Christopher Robin’s favorite bear, Winnie-the-Pooh, and his adventures with friends, including Kanga and Roo. Based on the illustrations by Ernest H. Shepard from the book by A. A. Milne.
    The House at Pooh Corner | The classic story of Christopher Robin’s favorite bear, Winnie-the-Pooh, and his adventures with friends, including Kanga and Roo. Based on the illustrations by Ernest H. Shepard from the book by A. A. Milne.
  • The Three Little Pigs | Three little pigs set out to seek their fortune. When a hungry wolf huffs and puffs and blows down the homes of two little pigs, the third pig realizes he needs more than a sturdy house to best the wolf. Retold and illustrated by Paul Galdone.
    The Three Little Pigs | Three little pigs set out to seek their fortune. When a hungry wolf huffs and puffs and blows down the homes of two little pigs, the third pig realizes he needs more than a sturdy house to best the wolf. Retold and illustrated by Paul Galdone.
  • Corduroy | When a department store closes at night, a teddy bear comes alive and has an adventure. Based on the story and illustrations by Don Freeman.
    Corduroy | When a department store closes at night, a teddy bear comes alive and has an adventure. Based on the story and illustrations by Don Freeman.
  • The Arnold Lobel book of Mother Goose | Humpty Dumpty, a favorite Mother Goose character, illustrated by Arnold Lobel.
    The Arnold Lobel book of Mother Goose | Humpty Dumpty, a favorite Mother Goose character, illustrated by Arnold Lobel.
  • The Tale of Despereaux | Despereaux is a small mouse with a large destiny. Based on the illustrations by Timothy Basil Ering and story by Kate DiCamillo.
    The Tale of Despereaux | Despereaux is a small mouse with a large destiny. Based on the illustrations by Timothy Basil Ering and story by Kate DiCamillo.
  • Cinderella | The story of a poor girl’s transformation into a princess retold by Amy Ehrlich and illustrated by Susan Jeffers.
    Cinderella | The story of a poor girl’s transformation into a princess retold by Amy Ehrlich and illustrated by Susan Jeffers.
  • The House at Pooh Corner | The classic story of Christopher Robin’s favorite bear, Winnie-the-Pooh, and his adventures with friends, including Kanga and Roo. Based on the illustrations by Ernest H. Shepard from the book by A. A. Milne.
    The House at Pooh Corner | The classic story of Christopher Robin’s favorite bear, Winnie-the-Pooh, and his adventures with friends, including Kanga and Roo. Based on the illustrations by Ernest H. Shepard from the book by A. A. Milne.
  • The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck | In order to hatch her eggs, Jemima enlists the help of a gentleman who looks suspiciously like a fox. Based on the illustrations of author Beatrix Potter.
    The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck | In order to hatch her eggs, Jemima enlists the help of a gentleman who looks suspiciously like a fox. Based on the illustrations of author Beatrix Potter.
  • Jack and the Beanstalk | Jack climbs the great beanstalk grown from a magic bean and confronts the giant he finds at the top. A classic fairy tale first told in 1807 and retold by Paul Galdone.
    Jack and the Beanstalk | Jack climbs the great beanstalk grown from a magic bean and confronts the giant he finds at the top. A classic fairy tale first told in 1807 and retold by Paul Galdone.
  • Goldilocks and the Three Bears | An exciting rendition of the folk fairy tale that finds a little girl searching for things that are just right. Words by Jim Aylesworth and illustrations by Barbara McClintock.
    Goldilocks and the Three Bears | An exciting rendition of the folk fairy tale that finds a little girl searching for things that are just right. Words by Jim Aylesworth and illustrations by Barbara McClintock.
  • Miss Spider’s Tea Party | The first of David Kirk’s books about the loveable Miss Spider who eats flowers, not bugs, and drinks tea.
    Miss Spider’s Tea Party | The first of David Kirk’s books about the loveable Miss Spider who eats flowers, not bugs, and drinks tea.
  • The Tale of Peter Rabbit | The classic tale of the curious little rabbit who nearly gets caught in Mr. McGregor’s garden. Written and illustrated by Beatrix Potter.
    The Tale of Peter Rabbit | The classic tale of the curious little rabbit who nearly gets caught in Mr. McGregor’s garden. Written and illustrated by Beatrix Potter.
  • Hilary Knight’s Cinderella | A retelling of the classic tale with gorgeous illustrations and words by Hilary Knight.
    Hilary Knight’s Cinderella | A retelling of the classic tale with gorgeous illustrations and words by Hilary Knight.
  • The Gingerbread Man | An excellent rendition of the familiar tale with words by Jim Aylesworth and illustrations by Barbara McClintock.
    The Gingerbread Man | An excellent rendition of the familiar tale with words by Jim Aylesworth and illustrations by Barbara McClintock.
  • The Velveteen Rabbit | A stuffed rabbit comes to life in this heartwarming tale of the transformative power of love. Written by Margery Williams Bianco with illustrations by Michael Hague.
    The Velveteen Rabbit | A stuffed rabbit comes to life in this heartwarming tale of the transformative power of love. Written by Margery Williams Bianco with illustrations by Michael Hague.
  • Frog and Toad | Join best friends Frog and Toad on their many funny adventures. Based on the stories and illustrations by Arnold Lobel.
    Frog and Toad | Join best friends Frog and Toad on their many funny adventures. Based on the stories and illustrations by Arnold Lobel.
  • Charlotte's Web | A lovable pig named Wilbur is saved by his friendship with a wise and caring spider named Charlotte. Based on the illustrations by Garth Williams in the book by E. B. White.
    Charlotte's Web | A lovable pig named Wilbur is saved by his friendship with a wise and caring spider named Charlotte. Based on the illustrations by Garth Williams in the book by E. B. White.
  • Charlotte's Web | A lovable pig named Wilbur is saved by his friendship with a wise and caring spider named Charlotte. Based on the illustrations by Garth Williams in the book by E. B. White.
    Charlotte's Web | A lovable pig named Wilbur is saved by his friendship with a wise and caring spider named Charlotte. Based on the illustrations by Garth Williams in the book by E. B. White.
  • The Very Hungry Caterpillar | A hungry little caterpillar eats his way through a weeklong feast on his way to becoming a beautiful butterfly. Based on the story and illustrations by Eric Carle.
    The Very Hungry Caterpillar | A hungry little caterpillar eats his way through a weeklong feast on his way to becoming a beautiful butterfly. Based on the story and illustrations by Eric Carle.
  • Alice in Wonderland | While chasing a strange white rabbit, Alice falls into a world of odd characters and exciting adventures. Based on the illustrations by John Tenniel in the book by Lewis Carroll.
    Alice in Wonderland | While chasing a strange white rabbit, Alice falls into a world of odd characters and exciting adventures. Based on the illustrations by John Tenniel in the book by Lewis Carroll.
  • Thumbelina | Tiny Thumbelina is kidnapped by a toad and nearly freezes in winter's cold. Based on the illustrations by Wayne Anderson of the story by Hans Christian Andersen.
    Thumbelina | Tiny Thumbelina is kidnapped by a toad and nearly freezes in winter's cold. Based on the illustrations by Wayne Anderson of the story by Hans Christian Andersen.
  • Amelia Bedelia | New maid Amelia Bedelia takes all instructions literally, leading her into one hilarious mishap after another. Based on the illustrations by Lynn Sweat in the stories by Peggy Parrish.
    Amelia Bedelia | New maid Amelia Bedelia takes all instructions literally, leading her into one hilarious mishap after another. Based on the illustrations by Lynn Sweat in the stories by Peggy Parrish.
  • Strega Nona | Big Anthony is left to watch Strega Nona's magic pasta pot. He lets his hunger overcome his good sense and sings the magic verse with disastrous results. Based on the story and illustrations by Tomie dePaola.
    Strega Nona | Big Anthony is left to watch Strega Nona's magic pasta pot. He lets his hunger overcome his good sense and sings the magic verse with disastrous results. Based on the story and illustrations by Tomie dePaola.
  • Peach Boy | A well-loved Japanese folk tale about a boy hatched from a peach. Based on illustrations by Makiko Nagano and Jeffrey Smith from the traditional folk tale.
    Peach Boy | A well-loved Japanese folk tale about a boy hatched from a peach. Based on illustrations by Makiko Nagano and Jeffrey Smith from the traditional folk tale.
  • Peter's Chair | Peter's parents want to paint all his old furniture pink for the new baby. Based on the story and illustrations by Ezra Jack Keats.
    Peter's Chair | Peter's parents want to paint all his old furniture pink for the new baby. Based on the story and illustrations by Ezra Jack Keats.
  • Henry and Ribsy | If Henry makes sure that his dog Ribsy behaves, Mr. Huggins promises to take him fishing. Based on the illustrations by Louis Darling in the book by Beverly Clearly.
    Henry and Ribsy | If Henry makes sure that his dog Ribsy behaves, Mr. Huggins promises to take him fishing. Based on the illustrations by Louis Darling in the book by Beverly Clearly.
  • Rapunzel | Rapunzel is trapped in a high tower by a wicked witch. Based on the illustrations by Trina Schart Hyman in the book by Barbara Rogasky.
    Rapunzel | Rapunzel is trapped in a high tower by a wicked witch. Based on the illustrations by Trina Schart Hyman in the book by Barbara Rogasky.
  • Homer Price | Doughnuts out of Control! Robbers on the Loose! Based on the story and illustrations by Robert McCloskey.
    Homer Price | Doughnuts out of Control! Robbers on the Loose! Based on the story and illustrations by Robert McCloskey.
  • John Henry | From the day he was born, it was clear that John Henry was something special. Based on the illustrations by Jerry Pinkney in the book by Julius Lester.
    John Henry | From the day he was born, it was clear that John Henry was something special. Based on the illustrations by Jerry Pinkney in the book by Julius Lester.

Upcoming events

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Family Storytime

June 2, 2025
11:00am - 11:30am
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Baby Lap Time

June 3, 2025
10:00am - 10:30am
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Toddler Storytime

June 3, 2025
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Pajama Storytime

June 3, 2025
6:30pm - 7:00pm
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Family Storytime

June 4, 2025
10:00am - 10:30am
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Baby Lap Time

June 4, 2025
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2280 Hard Road
Columbus, OH 43235
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Character Homer Price (by Robert McCloskey) in the Story Garden at Northwest Library

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