{"id":72842,"date":"2020-04-14T11:22:59","date_gmt":"2020-04-14T16:22:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=72842"},"modified":"2020-07-23T09:15:57","modified_gmt":"2020-07-23T14:15:57","slug":"8-local-chicago-toy-stores-that-you-can-shop-for-games-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/8-local-chicago-toy-stores-that-you-can-shop-for-games-online\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Local Chicago Toy Stores That You Can Shop for Games Online"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>On April 13th, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced that she expects the Illinois stay-at-home order to extend into May. We understand the need to stay home in hopes that we might be able to send our kids to camp by July, but you&#8217;re going to need to find ways to keep them busy, too. If your kids are active learners, consider building their typing skills with these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.upparent.com\/lists\/typing-games-for-kids\">typing games<\/a>. Or, for more playtime, we\u2019ve put together a list of independent toy stores in Chicago that are still in operation \u2014 at least online! From scooters to tabletop games, these stores carry entertainment for everyone in the family.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72843\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72843\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geppettostoybox.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72843 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84435761_10158209575862662_4244018800501981184_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84435761_10158209575862662_4244018800501981184_n.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84435761_10158209575862662_4244018800501981184_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84435761_10158209575862662_4244018800501981184_n-370x278.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84435761_10158209575862662_4244018800501981184_n-842x632.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84435761_10158209575862662_4244018800501981184_n-406x305.jpg 406w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72843\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Geppetto&#8217;s Toy Box Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/geppettostoybox.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Geppetto\u2019s Toy Box<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>If Montessori methods and eco-consciousness play a part in choosing toys for your kids, you should consider buying toys online from <a href=\"https:\/\/geppettostoybox.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Geppetto\u2019s Toy Box<\/a>. They have everything from puzzles and building blocks to world music books and arts and crafts. Their toys are for toddlers, \u201ctweens,\u201d adults, and everyone in between.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to curbside service, Geppetto\u2019s is offering Concierge Shopping. Check out their Facebook page or give them a call to set up an appointment to shop over video chat. They\u2019ll deliver anywhere within an 8-mile radius.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72844\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72844\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alleycatcomics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72844 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o-842x842.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o-406x406.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/87984479_2743861545651202_893131620205199360_o-500x500.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72844\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: AlleyCat Comics Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alleycatcomics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AlleyCat Comics<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Get out of your apartment by diving into a comic book. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alleycatcomics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AlleyCat Comics<\/a> has everything from the DC classics to rare and obscure contemporaries. Even if you\u2019re new to comics, AlleyCat has something to inspire the superhero in all of us. Orders can be made on their website, over the phone, or by email. Payment is made over the phone. They are offering curbside pickup or doorstep shipping.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72845\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72845\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theredballoon.com\/store\/index.php\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72845 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n-842x842.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n-406x406.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/78904702_193638198462604_2337760350218061588_n-500x500.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72845\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: The Red Balloon Co. Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theredballoon.com\/store\/index.php\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Red Balloon<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theredballoon.com\/store\/index.php\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Red Balloon<\/a> is for the cool kids on the block. This online toy store offers products including Speedsters, 25 key pianos, and classic pedal cars. They also carry monogrammed clothes and keepsakes. There\u2019s even a section of Chicago memorabilia for kids. Orders can be placed by phone or e-mail. The shop is offering free shipping during COVID-19.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72846\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72846\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playtoysandbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72846 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o-842x842.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o-406x406.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/91066372_3305606146135172_2630834431358664704_o-500x500.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72846\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Play Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playtoysandbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Play Toys and Books<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>With locations in Logan Square, Andersonville, and Lincoln Park, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playtoysandbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Play<\/a> brings 20 years of toy industry experience to Chicagoans all around the city. Buy classic toys online such as Legos and sidewalk chalk. However, they also\u00a0offer contemporary childhood books on feminist themes. RBG would totally approve. Send an e-mail or ring the shop for a phone appointment. They are only offering delivery at this time.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72408\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72408\" style=\"width: 658px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildingblockstoys.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72408 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1425717_10152064296879026_796790222_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"658\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1425717_10152064296879026_796790222_n.jpg 658w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1425717_10152064296879026_796790222_n-206x300.jpg 206w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1425717_10152064296879026_796790222_n-370x540.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/1425717_10152064296879026_796790222_n-406x592.jpg 406w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 658px) 100vw, 658px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72408\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Building Blocks Toy Store Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildingblockstoys.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Building Blocks Toy Store<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>With over 25 years of business in Chicago, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildingblockstoys.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Building Blocks<\/a> offers all of the toys one could imagine. From bathtub toys to toy train sets and science experiment kits, they\u2019ve got it all! Orders are available by text message. Both local delivery and curbside pickup are available at the Lakeview store.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72847\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72847\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagolandgames.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72847 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/90134342_10158057238879243_1944592279154982912_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/90134342_10158057238879243_1944592279154982912_o.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/90134342_10158057238879243_1944592279154982912_o-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/90134342_10158057238879243_1944592279154982912_o-370x278.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/90134342_10158057238879243_1944592279154982912_o-842x632.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/90134342_10158057238879243_1944592279154982912_o-406x305.jpg 406w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72847\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Chicagoland Games: The Dice Dojo Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagolandgames.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chicagoland Games: Dice Dojo<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagolandgames.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dice Dojo<\/a> has served the tabletop gaming community in Chicago for over ten years. If you\u2019ve ever considered taking on tabletop fantasy gaming, quarantine is as great a time as ever to get started.This online toy store offers\u00a0doorstep delivery within Chicago city limits.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72848\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72848\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cat-n-mouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72848 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84232017_10157469243947572_6676134655671926784_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"614\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84232017_10157469243947572_6676134655671926784_o.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84232017_10157469243947572_6676134655671926784_o-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84232017_10157469243947572_6676134655671926784_o-370x237.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84232017_10157469243947572_6676134655671926784_o-842x539.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/84232017_10157469243947572_6676134655671926784_o-406x260.jpg 406w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72848\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Cat &amp; Mouse Game Store Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/cat-n-mouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cat &amp; Mouse Games<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cat-n-mouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cat &amp; Mouse Games<\/a> has extensive color by number crafts, elaborate engineering building kits, and Calico Critters. There\u2019s also an abundance of outdoor activities like kites, frisbees, and scooters. Shop their entire collection online.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72399\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72399\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timelesstoyschicago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72399 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o.jpg 960w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o-842x842.jpg 842w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o-406x406.jpg 406w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/67644500_10157079042996210_635680414215700480_o-500x500.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72399\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Timeless Toys Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timelesstoyschicago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Timeless Toys<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timelesstoyschicago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Timeless Toys<\/a> has kids gardening kits, science experiments, and lots of active engagement toys to buy online. In addition, you can find the classics, like chess, Play-Doh, and Slinkies. Orders are available online and via phone. Delivery in Chicago is free.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On April 13th, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced that she expects the Illinois stay-at-home order to extend into May. 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