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SHOPPing
Kids
the coolest (and cutest) fashions, books,
and toys for your wee ones
The Modern Shop Kids
Just like decor-conscious adults, kids love sleek lines, bold
colours, and futuristic design. Selling items such as wooden
toys, animal-inspired nightlights, and games, The Modern
Shop Kids in the ByWard Market is a fascinating emporium
for children (and their parents). Top brands include Ferm
Living, Kay Bojesen, and Oyoy, 17A York St., 613-562-4000,
Fab Baby Gear
Looking for a unique baby gift? Fab Baby Gear carries rare and unusual items that
are largely made in Canada or imported from high-end European companies. Find
toys and clothes, strollers and gifts, as well as BPA-free bottles and soothers. A
mommy-centred area features essential nursing gear. 1244 Wellington St. W.,
613-729-8838, fabbabygear.com
Librairie du Soleil
Asterix & Obelix, Tintin, and other comic
book characters live in this French-
language bookstore in the ByWard Mar-
ket. For 30 years, this independent book-
store has sold beloved French children’s
classics, as well as popular English books
such as the Harry Potter series translated
into French. Staff are bilingual. 33 George
St., 613-241-6999, dusoleil.leslibraires.ca
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Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s
Finding an independent toy store these days is a rare
treat. Fortunately, Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s continues the tra-
dition. Just like its Beatrix Potter-inspired namesake, the
experience of visiting Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s is an imagina-
tive one, with shelves of toys, books, and games stretch-
ing from floor to ceiling. Staff are passionate about
their quality products, which include such well-loved
brands as Lego and Melissa & Doug. Older kids will
gravitate to Lost Marbles, an in-store area specializing
in more adult-themed novelties, games, and humorous
tchotchkes. 50 Rideau Centre (CF Rideau Centre), 809
Bank St., and 315 Richmond Rd., mrstiggywinkles.ca
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