Founded in 2004 by friends, Diane Crespo and Karin Schaefer, Acorn specializes in handcrafted toys that are not only environmentally sustainable and ethically sourced but thought-provoking for developing young minds as well. Here you'll find anything from mobiles and play tents to wooden alphabet blocks, doll houses and costumes. Come into Acorn's charming space on Atlantic Avenue and peruse the shelves, or head over to the official Web site and shop online.
Our Children Enterprises sells educational toys and supplies to teachers and educators. The store is open at 7am, Monday through Friday, so teachers can pick up supplies on their way to class. While the store on Garfield Place is open only to teachers, parents can order from the company's large catalogue online.
Founded in Seattle in 1993 by Claire Cavanah and Rachel Venning , Babeland has expanded to include three locations in New York. This one, on Bergen St. in Prospect Heights, opened in 2008. It's a shop designed with women in mind, and focuses on intimacy-enhancing products, selling a broad array of toys, videos, clothing and accessories. Private parties are available and various classes are offered throughout the month.
New York Chess & Game Shop is dedicated to cultivating players and appreciation of the classic strategy game. It sells chess sets, ranging from travel kits and electronic games to marble craft pieces. There is a large public set on the sidewalk outside the store. The shop ships around the world and also sponsors lessons and classes for kids.
This Toy Space is one of two locations in Brooklyn. The store sells a tremendous variety of unique toys in a well-organized layout. It also features a selection of green-themed toys. This location is open daily, and accepts credit cards.
