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Easy DIY Kid’s Reading Nook

August 31, 2019 Comments : 16

It is no secret that Hayden loves reading. He constantly has a book in his hands and I have a hard time keeping fresh books on hand available for him to read. The books we do have have become a jumbled mess on a small book case in his room. In an effort to try to organize his room and make it more “reading friendly,” I had the idea to create a kid’s reading nook in his room.

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DIY Kid’s Reading Nook

Hayden’s room is lacking for a lot of usable space with his bunk bed, desk, dresser and massive collection of toys, creating a reading nook for the small space proved to be slightly challenging. Since we are still in the process of figuring out the bigger house situation, the small space reading nook would have to do for the time being. If anything, to keep his books more organized.

Create Space for reading nook

Hayden’s bunk bed and small shelf that currently held his books took up the majority of one side of his room. So I decided to move his bunk bed all the way down to create a small area that could become the reading space. Since the shelf would no longer work in that area I turned to Pinterest for ideas on how to easily store books on the wall.

I came across multiple sites that suggested using Ikea’s spice racks to store books. And at only $4.99 a rack, it was an easy decision. These racks can be found at Ikea.com.

 

I actually ended up purchasing about 8 of these and only used 3. They were easy to put together and hang on the walls. Instead of finding studs in the wall, I used anchors in order to hang these. The spice racks don’t come with hardware to actually put them up but we had screws on hand.

 

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Each shelf holds about 6-7 books depending on their size. This is a great way to keep the books on display but organized as well.

Make it comfortable

After I hung the racks, added a small table, a basket to hold the overflow books, and a rug. I needed a couple other finishing touches. On one recent trip to TJ Maxx, I found a back rest pillow, similar to one from Amazon.com below, that Hayden is obsessed with and would go perfect in the corner of his new reading nook. I also added another round pillow that he can use to lounge and read with as well.


Add a rug and a reading light to give it the finishing touch.

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Stock it with Books

Stock up your reading nook with books. We got books from Read Brightly. Hayden loves a mix of books and there are so many different options to chose from on the website. Right now you can also enter their Get outside and read sweepstakes where you can win 30 children’s books and $250.00 gift certificate!

Enter now HERE!

Hayden is so excited for his new reading nook and can’t wait to use it! Let me know what you think in the comments below!

 

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  1. bythewaygaby says

    September 2, 2019 at 4:59 pm

    This looks so awesome and sweet! I’m sure your kids are enjoying this little cozy corner. 🙂

    Reply
  2. Marjie Mare says

    September 2, 2019 at 11:43 pm

    This is really nice. The kids must love and feel warm while having quality time. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  3. Reika Misaki says

    September 3, 2019 at 5:20 am

    Omg, this looks so nice! I actually had to build one for myself to keep my books organized!

    Reply
  4. Sophis says

    September 3, 2019 at 1:56 pm

    Love this idea Danielle. I hate stacking books inside my drawers and this idea is so so good. Thank you.

    Reply
  5. Kimmy Mason says

    September 3, 2019 at 10:56 pm

    This is so cute! I’ve been thinking about creating one of these for my sons room.

    Reply
  6. Evan Petzer says

    September 4, 2019 at 12:40 am

    Just loving it, that way those books can be kept off the floor where they always end up.

    Reply
  7. anshul says

    September 4, 2019 at 2:35 am

    This looks so awesome and children would love something like this.

    Reply
  8. Amanda Croaff says

    September 4, 2019 at 9:51 am

    This is such a cute idea!

    Reply
  9. Maysz says

    September 4, 2019 at 9:53 pm

    This is totally Beautiful so organize. I want to make this in my room Love this! <3

    Reply
  10. Jasmine M says

    September 4, 2019 at 11:10 pm

    I am definitely going to create a reading nook in my home. This is a very easy DIY project for me to do. Thanks!

    Reply
  11. Jaana McEntee says

    September 5, 2019 at 4:20 am

    I really love these nooks! Kids read a lot in our family & bookshelves are always full, nooks are great addition on the walls 🙂

    Reply
  12. Jackline A says

    September 6, 2019 at 6:48 am

    Such a cute idea. I have the same IKEA shelves and now I am excited to use them

    Reply
  13. Adventures with Shelby says

    September 6, 2019 at 11:16 am

    Adorable idea! I love this!

    Reply
  14. Blairvillanueva says

    September 7, 2019 at 4:18 am

    Cools idea and saves a lot of space! Thanks for sharing this day. I want this at my home.

    Reply
  15. Elizabeth O says

    September 7, 2019 at 8:49 am

    These reading nooks are super nice. I have lots of books and these are a must try.

    Reply
  16. siennylovesdrawing says

    September 7, 2019 at 10:53 pm

    really really a good DIY idea, gonna plan this with my bro & sis in law for my little niece
    thanks for this, cheers, siennylovesdrawing

    Reply

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