BUTTE COUNTY
Bird in Hand; Chico. A store filled with toys, art kits, puzzles, clothing, housewares & more. birdinhand.com. 320 Broadway St. (530)893-0545.
Learning Express; Chico. Huge selection of toys, books, games and more. Ask about the free birthday registry, which makes it a snap to purchase the perfect gift for every age. learningexpress.com/chico. 605 Mangrove Ave., (530)636-4810.
Little Red Hen Gift Shop; Chico. Children’s pretend play items, fun games, arts & craft supplies, kids’ décor, educational items, books & toys, including toys made from recycled materials. littleredhen.org. 897 E. 20th St., Ste. B. (530)897-0100.
Little Red Hen Kids & Kitchen; Chico. Kids’ pretend kitchen items, kid-friendly cooking tools, utensils & fun kitchen-related games & toys. littleredhen.org. 959 East Ave. (530)894-1300.
SHASTA COUNTY
Learning Express; Redding. Huge selection of toys, books, games and more. Ask about the free birthday registry, which makes it a snap to purchase the perfect gift for every age. learningexpress.com/redding. 1401 Hilltop Dr., (530)691-4006.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
McCloud River Mercantile; McCloud. Specialty toys, puzzles & collectibles, doll houses, plus clothing, hats & blankets. mccloudmercantile.com/mercantile.htm. 241 Main St. (530)964-2330.
Raven Tree; Mt Shasta. The North State’s only nature gift shop. Shop kids’ educational toys, books, board games, kites, puzzles, fun unique toys, classes, birthday gifts galore, bird feeders, seed, nature-inspired jewelry & more. raventreeshop.com. 138 Morgan Way. (530)926-6695.
The Velvet Elephant Art Center & Fair-Trade Emporium; Mt Shasta. Art supply & fair-trade gift store specializing in art supplies, fair trade handcrafts, toys, games, puzzles & creative gifts, creativity books for kids, organic clothing & earth-friendlier products. velvetelephant.com. 207 N. Mount Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2297.
TEHAMA COUNTY
Dandy Lions Children’s Shop; Red Bluff. Featuring fun new toys, dolls, clothing, unique baby shower gifts & more. Shop through a huge selection of toys & gifts. dandylions.shop. 623 Main St. (530)527-7755.
OTHER COUNTIES
Michael Olaf Company; Arcata. Respected source of Montessori toys & educational materials. Shop online. michaelolaf.com. michaelolafcompany@gmail.com.
