KATY, TX (Covering Katy News) - There is a new cozy space in Katy for children and families to explore bilingual books.
The Little Bookstore opened recently at 6729 South Fry Road, inside The Painted Tree Boutiques near Hobby Lobby and the HEB store at Highway 99.
"We invite you to explore, discover your next read, and support our mission to advocate for bilingual literacy," a press release said.
The Little Bookstore
The Little Bookstore is located inside the Painted Tree Boutiques near Hobby Lobby and the HEB store at Highway 99.
Gabriela Gotay, founder of The Little Bookstore for Literacy and Education, is a creative writer, educator, and bilingual children's book author. Her love of literature and language has taken many forms, from organizing reading corners inside child therapy centers to promoting bilingual reading and education through her blog, podcasts, and books.
Originally from Venezuela, Ms. Gaby lived for 20 years in Puerto Rico, and was an annual visitor to the Katy area, where her parents live. She moved to Katy in 2021.
The Little Bookstore aims to be a physical hub for families to find and connect first-hand with bilingual books and resources to support their efforts to encourage their children to discover, explore and have meaningful experiences with and around a second language.
"We firmly believe that having the tool of a second language is the key that will open many doors and give them (children) the gift of a broader perspective on the world, themselves, and what they can do and accomplish," Gotay said. "A second language offers a path toward empathy, communication, and self-expression."
"Exploring and interacting with a second language allows learners of all ages to engage their minds, make connections, expand their horizons, have a wider range of words to express ideas and emotions," Gotay said. "Ultimately, it's having the power of our own Rosetta Stone, a way to look back, move forward, build bridges between ourselves and the world."
The Little Bookstore is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For additional information email info@shopthelittlebookstore.com.
See the map below which shows the location of The Little Bookstore inside the Painted Tree Boutiques.
The Little Bookstore
A map that shows where The Little Bookstore is located within The Painted Tree Boutiques.