Located in Toronto’s Kingston Road Village neighbourhood, Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore is an independent bookshop specializing in books, gifts and activities for kids and teens. They also carry books for adults, as well as books and gifts for babies, books in French and offer a variety of services, including resources for schools.
In addition to books, their selection for kids includes puzzles, games and activities; arts and crafts; and stationery. Ella Minnow also partners with schools to organize book fairs and helps them raise funds for their library and literacy initiatives.
(Photo credits: Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore.)
What we like about this bookstore
We love the vast selection of books, gifts and games at Ella Minnow, including titles for grown-ups. It makes for a very cozy, friendly vibe – one that books lovers of all ages can enjoy. It’s a place where a family could visit together and everyone can find something of interest – or the perfect place to find a book or gift for a young friend or relative, or even for yourself.
We also love how Ella Minnow helps promote a love of reading and support community-building and engagement through their book fairs. As cat lovers, we especially admire how the bookstore has partnered with Cats Cradle Kitten Rescue to find homes for cats by hosting adoption events. And, if you‘re looking for some fun vacation or holiday ideas and activities for kids, they’ve got some great suggestions! (Written by C.M.)
Accessibility information: Please contact the shop at 416-698-2665 or by email at hello@ellaminnow.ca
Ideas for where you can go from here:
- Shop at Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore and browse their selection of titles. If you’re in Toronto, visit them in person in the Kingston Road Village neighbourhood at 991 Kingston Rd.
- Check out their activity kits and activity books.
- Are you a teacher, know someone who is, or have a kid in school? Take a look at their School resources, including Book Fairs and Teacher Resources.
We love bookshops because they inspire you to buy physical books. Buying physical books allows you to experience the act of reading without distractions. Experiencing the act of reading without distractions is part of the flourishing offline life Young W helps you discover: by exploring READING and the other 8 pillars of Arts & Letters, including those you may be hesitant to try.
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