Once Upon A Child in Glen Burnie is a second hand kids' store offering a large selection of items including clothes, toys, games, shoes, books, costumes, and sports equipment like cleats or roller skates. It is frequently described as organized and clean, with items neatly separated by color, size, and season, making it easy to find what you need. Sports and dance shoes are organized in labeled bins. Prices are noted to be great, often between $3.50 and $5.50 for many items, allowing for significant savings compared to retail. Customer opinions on staff are mixed. Some reviews report great and really nice service from employees, with particular praise for a manager who is respected as a hard-working and protective leader. One long-term employee is also highlighted as awesome. However, other reviews criticize the staff's manners, describing some employees as immature, cocky, and unprofessional, even mocking customers. One reviewer suggests going to another location to sell items, stating that the Gambrills store values sellers more, though both locations are considered good for shopping. The Glen Burnie store is called the best second hand kids' store in the area by some, but feedback on the team's customer service varies significantly.
My absolute favorite once upon a child in Maryland. The gambrills one is awful and their employees are so rude.
Logan from the Glen Burnie one is an amazing employee! Very kind.
October 2025
I am new to the area and came here for an event with a mom club. I was so impressed with the selection, how nicely organized it was (so easy to find my kids size!), and the variety of things. Clothes, toys, games, shoes, books, costumes, etc. I’ll definitely be going back!
October 2025
This was the most organized, and clean store I’ve ever been too. Everything was color coordinated, and separated by sizes. It’s very easy to find whatever you’re looking for.
