StoryWalk© Signs

Our Read & Walk Panels are waterproof StoryWalk© signs that flip open to easily change out book pages.

Lead time is approximately 8-12 weeks. Lead time is longer than usual.

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Children's story trail sign that opens. a signboard with colorful illustrations of a barn, animals, and children, mounted on a wooden post in a field under a blue sky.
Blue story trail sign with white text 'STORYWALK' and a gold star, displaying a picture of a gorilla and a young boy with the boy saying, 'I can do it,' during daytime on a grassy area.

About our StoryWalk© Signs

The main difference between the Read & Walk StoryWalk© Signs and traditional story walk frames is that our story trail signs are Waterproof, UV-Resistant, and easy to change out with our Swap, Lock, and Go technology.

Our signs come with:

  • Full Customization: QR Codes, branding, sponsorship logos, etc!

  • Fully protected design: because the design is printed below a thick composite layer, the sign is scratch and graffiti resistant (just buff or wipe off the panel)

  • Two mounting options: wood post mount (you supply the 4×4 wood post, we supply the mounting hardware) or steel posts (an extra $100/sign)

  • Different sizing options: standard or custom

  • 10 year guarantee

  • If using plain paper, use a Laser printer to print, not an ink jet printer!

Prices for Read & Walk (on wood post mount)

1-9 …………………………………$715.00/each

10-19 ……………………..……..$685.00/each

20+ ………………………………$649.00/each

The option for steel post is available for an extra $100/sign

Note: The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Outdoor read and walk sign titled 'Story Walk' featuring animated characters, mounted on a wooden post in a garden with autumn trees in the background.
Story walk sign for Grove Public Library featuring a cartoon stork holding a book and the text "Start Here". The sign is outdoors on a grassy area with trees and a fence in the background.
storywalk Sign at Tulsa Botanic Garden titled 'A Butterfly Is Patient,' featuring illustrations of various butterflies and a garden border with flowers, and a safety notice below informing visitors to be aware of their surroundings.
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Read & Walk StoryWalk© Projects

  • Plymouth Public Library StoryWalk Sign with bees and honeycomb features

    Plymouth Public Library

    Plymouth Public Library in Plymouth, IN partnered with Lark Signs to create a StoryWalk© trail in their community Park!

  • Ord Township Public Library StoryWalk Sign with green background

    Ord Township Public Library

    Ord Public Township Library in Ord, NE partnered with Lark Signs to create a StoryWalk© trail outside the library!

  • Wabash County Museum

    Wabash County Museum in Mt. Carmel, IL partnered with Lark Signs to create a StoryWalk© trail near the historic train tracks!

  • Grove Public Library StoryWalk Sign

    Grove Public Library

    Grove Public Library in Grove, OK partnered with Lark Signs to create a StoryWalk© trail in a community park! They added a starter panel to their storywalk that features the title page of the book.

  • Tulsa Botanic Garden StoryWalk Sign

    Tulsa Botanic Garden

    Tulsa Botanic Gardens in Tulsa, OK partnered with Lark Signs to create a StoryWalk© trail. They are located in the Driskill Children’s Discovery Garden along with the Round Pond, Bog Bowls, Sensory Walk, Spring Giant, Art Wall, Stream Valley, Meadow, Tree Fort, Butterfly Stroll and Hummingbird Walk.

  • Fort Lupton Public School and School Library

    Fort Lupton Public School Library in Fort Lupton, CO partnered with Lark Signs to create a StoryWalk© trail outside the school!

  • Wichita Public Schools

    This early education school in Wichita, KS wanted to set up a storywalk© in their playground! They wanted shorter signs with rounded corners to make the first kid-safe storywalk sign!

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Why should I get a StoryWalk Sign from Lark Signs?

  • Read & Walk Panels are waterproof, UV-resistant, lockable StoryWalk® display signs designed for outdoor book trails at libraries, parks, schools, and nature centers. They flip open so staff can change pages quickly using a “swap + lock” style workflow.

  • No. Read & Walk Panels are designed so you can insert standard book pages without lamination, which reduces prep time and avoids lamination issues over time.

    We sell books for StoryWalk signs here: https://www.larksigns.com/storywalk-book-shop

  • Many StoryWalk® systems rely on layers (laminated pages + separate cover sheets). Read & Walk is built as a single, permanent outdoor-rated panel with your design integrated into the panel—so you’re not dependent on consumable layers and replacement parts to keep the display readable.

  • Lark’s comparison guide emphasizes lower ongoing maintenance by avoiding common long-term issues found in layered systems (like frequent upkeep and replacement of consumables), while supporting durability and a long-term guarantee.

  • Yes. Read & Walk Panels are specifically positioned for libraries, parks, schools, nature centers, and community spaces running StoryWalk® programs.

  • Yes. The panels come with a mount designed to fit a 4" x 4" wood post, which simplifies installation for parks and trail systems.

    We also can do steel post mounts which come with the post or Steel post sidewalk mounts that need to be attached to concrete.

    The most popular and less expensive option is the wood post mount.

  • Yes—our StoryWalk® panels are lockable and include a locking system and key (helpful for public trails and high-traffic areas).

  • Yes—these panels are built for long-term outdoor exposure and are described as durable, weatherproof, and UV-resistant for public environments.

  • Read & Walk Panels include a 10-year colorfast guarantee, supporting long-term readability and vibrant visuals.

    The book pages will fade over time, but will last much longer in our UV-resistant panels.

  • You can choose custom sizes, and Lark Signs lists a common standard size of 20" x 24" with a 17" x 11" viewing area.

  • Yes. You can bring your own artwork or have Lark Signs help, and Read & Walk offers customizable design templates that can be adapted to your program branding.

  • Yes. Available customization includes numbered signs, sponsor logos, QR codes, and even an activity section / second viewing panel option.

  • Our construction includes a solid metal backer and a strong composite outer layer, with a protective top layer described as polycarbonate and significantly stronger than glass—aimed at high-use public environments.

  • Our signs includes a solid metal backer plus a strong composite panel and a polycarbonate top layer, with graphics printed below the surface to help protect from scratches and UV.