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Get a Mystery Box full of unique toys that inspire play from Busy Bee Toys. Photo courtesy of Busy Bee Toys
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5/4/20 - By Kristen Sullivan

Parents have been keeping Philly kids entertained in some extraordinary ways as families adapt and adjust to life at home amidst the new normal. Children have created amazing sidewalk chalk art, toured museums around the country online, and conducted clever science experiments as well as engaged in a fair amount of screen time (who is kidding who) at home safely. But nothing can replace the joy and thrill a kid feels when receiving a new toy or book! There is something about getting a package and tearing open the paper to reveal a surprise inside.

Mommy Poppins Philadelphia has rounded up a list of independent toy and book stores offering delivery options during these unusual times. Some stores provide personalized shopping for customers. Many offer titles for mom and dad, too! Consider patronizing these spots when looking to add some new toys and books to your family's collection.

For additional ideas on how to keep children occupied at home, visit our Coronovirus Guide for Parents which includes a plethora of options.

It is important to note that in-person payments are not allowed at any establishment.

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Toy and Book Stores in Philly

A Novel Idea

Philadelphia, PA
A Novel Idea in South Philly offers local contactless delivery and shipping of books. A current inventory of children and adult titles is available online with some books up to 40% off list price. READ MORE

Big Blue Marble Books

Philadelphia, PA
Big Blue Marble Books can take customer orders by phone, email, or online. Both no-contact pickup in front of the store or free home delivery in Northwest Philadelphia are available. Toys, games, puzzles and gifts can be ordered in addition to books. READ MORE

Bindlestiff Books

Philadelphia, PA
This independent bookstore located in West Philadelphia currently provides local book deliveries in its neighborhood. Specifically, the delivery area is within walking distance of the shop. READ MORE

Busy Bee Toys

Doylestown, PA
Despite both locations being closed, Busy Bee Toys offers FaceTime or Skype appointments to take customers orders. Shoppers can also call or email to place an order. Payment is taken over the phone with a credit card. Customers can schedule a no-contact pick up. READ MORE

Head House Books

Philadelphia, PA
Boys, girls, moms, and dads can find interesting titles at Head House Books. Online orders are being fulfilled in 3-5 days. Shipping is free for orders over $35. READ MORE

Tilde's Toy Box

Philadelphia, PA
Shoppers can find toys such as puzzles, activity boxes geared towards specific age groups, Philly themed gifts, and arts & crafts supplies online at Tilde's Toy Box. Shipping is available and new items are added on a daily basis. READ MORE
Reads and Company has a great selection of kid lit! Photo courtesy of Reads and Company
Reads and Company has a great selection of kid lit! Photo courtesy of Reads and Company

Toy and Book Stores in the Suburbs

Busy Bee Toys

Doylestown, PA
Despite both locations being closed, Busy Bee Toys offers FaceTime or Skype appointments to take customers orders. Shoppers can also call or email to place an order. Payment is taken over the phone with a credit card. Customers can schedule a no-contact pick up. READ MORE

Children's Book World

Haverford, PA
Children's Book World has partnered with bookshop.org to provide online shopping for its customers. To customize purchases, the shop can recommend books using its Just Right Book Box program. Just submit the general information and the CBW team gives book suggestions. READ MORE

Doylestown Bookshop

Doylestown, PA
Doylestown Bookshop provides no-contact curbside pick up Monday through Friday from 11-4 pm for website orders. Customers can also call in orders and prepay using a credit card. In addition to book, puzzles, gifts for all ages, magazines, literary socks, and cards are available. READ MORE

Lahaska Bookshop

Lahaska, PA
Providing books for children and adults, the Lahaska Bookshop is fulfilling shopper orders online. Shipping on orders over $50 is free. My Book Box, a new subscription service, is also available.   READ MORE

Lucky Duck Toys

Bryn Mawr, PA
Lucky Duck Toys helps customers purchase toys and games by phone, Facebook, and Instagram. In addition, no contact pickup and free delivery of all purchases is avavilable. The shop ships customer orders all over the country.   READ MORE

Main Point Books

Wayne, PA
Customers can shop for books and gift cards online at Main Point Books and orders are shipped directly from the warehouse. Not sure what to buy? The staff offers its top picks although many recommendations are geared towards adults. READ MORE

Monkey Fish Toys

Chester Springs and West Chester, PA
Customers can place orders online or get a personalized shopping experience by calling the store. Expanded free delivery is available for all of Chester County and shipping is available for any part of the U.S. READ MORE

Narberth Bookshop

Narberth, PA
Customers can send an email to Narberth Bookshop to place their order. Once prepared, shoppers receive personal confirmation regarding delivery. Outside of local delivery which is free, shipping is $4 via USPS. A PayPal request is sent on the day of delivery. Curbside pick up is also available. READ MORE

Newtown Bookshop

Newtown, PA
Offering a wide variety of books and gifts, Newtown Bookshop currently accepts customer orders online. Orders are shipping directly from its warehouse. READ MORE

Puns Toy Shop

Ardmore, PA
Puns Toy Shop has everything from infant and toddler toys to puzzles and brain teasers. Currently, the shop is offering both curbside pick up and delivery. READ MORE

Reads & Company

Phoenixville, PA
Reads & Company is a new first-class independent bookstore that features an extensive children’s section. Currently, customers can place orders online and the shop provides home delivery. They also have an active reader community on Facebook and Instagram. READ MORE

Village Toy Shoppe of New Hope and The Playful Mule

New Hope, PA
This toy shop offers virtual shopping with free local delivery or curbside pick-up in addition to a Stop and Shoppe Neighborhood Mobile Toy Store which can be scheduled in advance for local visits.  READ MORE

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