Ella Minnow Children's Bookstore

108 reviews

991 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON M4E 1T3, Canada

www.ellaminnow.ca

+14166982665

About

Ella Minnow Children's Bookstore is a Book store located at 991 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON M4E 1T3, Canada. It has received 108 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-6PM
Tuesday10AM-6PM
Wednesday10AM-6PM
Thursday10AM-5PM
Friday11AM-5PM
Saturday10AM-6PM
Sunday10AM-6PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Ella Minnow Children's Bookstore: 991 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON M4E 1T3, Canada

  • Ella Minnow Children's Bookstore has 4.9 stars from 108 reviews

  • Book store

  • "An adorable neighborhood book shop with a wonderfully curated selection"

    "We’ve tried to give these guys a chance cause they are the cute neighborhood bookstore but no more, every time we go in we’re getting attitude from the lady"

    "I went here to buy a gift for my niece as it's her favourite store"

    "Such a cute kids bookstore with a really great curation of books for kids of all ages"

    "Fabulous bookstore! They carry more than books, such a fabulous selection"

Reviews

  • Caitlin Drake

An adorable neighborhood book shop with a wonderfully curated selection. I would have given it 5 stars, but I had to knock one star off for its lack of accessibility. I live in the neighborhood and walk by it all the time, but I can never go in because there are two stairs leading up to the door and I can’t get my stroller up the stairs to get inside. Wish I could go in more often because it really is lovely!

  • Mike Peleshok

We’ve tried to give these guys a chance cause they are the cute neighborhood bookstore but no more, every time we go in we’re getting attitude from the lady. Loud audible sighs when we use the debit machine instead of cash, snarky remarks during lockdown when we were trying to remember everything on our orders. Forget it. If you hate your business so much, sell it.

  • Steven Boffa

I went here to buy a gift for my niece as it's her favourite store. I wasn't exactly sure what to look for, but the staff working helped me find the perfect gift. My niece loved the bracelet kit and bookmark I got her. The store is very cute and reminds me of why I loved book and craft stores so much as a kid. Definitely got some nostalgic vibes.

  • Alyson Kerr

Such a cute kids bookstore with a really great curation of books for kids of all ages. They have classics as well as new books. I was also pleasantly surprised that when they didn't have one book I wanted (a bit obscure to be fair) they were willing to order it in for me. I will absolutely be doing all my kid's book shopping here from now on.

  • Lindsay Thompson

Fabulous bookstore! They carry more than books, such a fabulous selection. Great website! The BEST staff!! This store will help you out if you need any suggestions. Their curbside pick-up is really well done. You can even save and share a wishlist from their website making sending your kids gift lists easy for grandparents to shop.

  • Connie Kuipers

Mine is a biased opinion because my sister owns the store, but is a sweet place to browse books for wee littles to teens, and some adult fiction and non fiction as well. There are also games, puzzles, craft supplies and well selected toys. It's a nice location to make an afternoon of the local shops too.

  • Francesca Arkley

Support your local bookstore! Not sure how to talk to your kids about the residential school system? Buy a book here! Want to explain the black lives matter movement? Buy a book! Need to just escape the horrors of the world and dive into some entertaining fiction? Books are good for that too!

  • Bek M

Called to ask for a particular book and a staff member by the name of Yvette was BEYOND helpful. So professional and knowledgeable! I don't have words for how impressed I was. Thank you!!! I was given great advice and excellent recommendations!! I 1000% recommend this bookstore.

  • Danylo Spolsky

With no in-store shopping at the moment (covid lockdown), buying a birthday gift for my niece was very quick - the staff was very helpful, the website is great for browsing, and buying a few books over the phone was a breeze - with pickup 5 minutes later. Highly recommend!

  • Jamie Maxwell

Very friendly atmosphere. Owners happy to see you walk in the door - willing to help if you need it or happy to let you browse on your own, if that is more your style. Terrific selection of books and activities for children and adults.

  • A Cinnamon

I ordered a gift for a coworker online and the service was amazing. I got a quick reply after my order. The staff went above and beyond to help me with every aspect of my purchase. One of the best shopping experiences I’ve had. Ever.

  • Andrea Kwok

For all the teachers out there, this store is a TDSB approved vendor. They will also order in books for you if they can. I appreciated the free local delivery during the pandemic. Top notch service for an independent store.

  • Ilan D. Muskat

Always a calming, happy delight to be in this space. Many products have an inviting, handmade wooden look. The focus is on kindergarten and younger, but creative supplies would be fantastic for younger school-agers as well.

  • Julia Silvestri Wong

Obsessed! It doesn’t matter if I go in to browse or call up with an urgent birthday gift need the team at Ella Minnow always has the perfect book for me! Our fave local book shop by far!

  • V Scott

This place is so incredible. Great selection of kids books, games, toys etc. Friendly staff who are able to offer suggestions.

  • Mira Raven

Great children's book shop with a few toys. My niece always loves the gifts I buy for her from this shop.

  • Devin Wiles

Excellent stop for books and toys for kids through teens. Friendly staff and a good loyalty program.

  • Brian Boychuk

Love dropping in to browse with my son and find new books to share.

  • AV V

Amazing books for the little ones and excellent loyalty program!

  • Eryn Murphy

So cute and staff was so helpful. Found just what we needed!

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