House of Wisdom is a beautiful oasis of learning, literature and unexpected greenery in the Sharjah University area, all while being comfortably indoors in the summer heat. Click here for the Google maps link.

The complex has been made with the idea of promoting the culture of reading amongst the local kids and adults.

It is inviting with a comfortable children’s reading corner...

⁠many quiet areas to work for adults...

and a cafe to catch a light refreshment too.

The star attraction for me though is the central green space that fills the entire area with natural light and life.

The green area has some meeting rooms with power connection and wifi too that make it a great co-working space option while the kids can read outside (it’s a nice thought for us parents of young toddlers at least).

The gift shop has great tempting options for parents to consider for their kids.

Peekado’s stock is on display in this gift shop since Dec 2020 and we have loved seeing the response.

I definitely recommend adding it to your list of free things to do with your family this summer!

Eid timings are 3 to 11 PM, regular timings 9 AM to 11 PM on weekdays and 9 AM to 12 PM on weekends.

Kalyani Soni, Founder of Peekado.com. A unique kids’ book subscription in UAE