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Childrens Bookstore Singapore
If you are looking for a great childrenās bookstore in Singapore, look no further!
We have compiled a list of the 12 best childrenās bookstores in Singapore. These stores offer a wide selection of childrenās books, educational materials, and toys, as well as other fun activities for children. They are perfect for parents who want to provide their children with a fun and educational reading experience.
So, if you are looking for some ideas for things to do with your kids, be sure to check out one of these amazing childrenās bookstores!
1. Books Ahoy!
| Key Services | Bookstore |
| Address | 583 Orchard Rd, #02-03, Singapore 238884 |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/hellobooksahoy/ |
| Phone | +65 62229980 |
| sayhello@woodsinthebooks.sg | |
| Operating Hours | Daily: +10 AM to 7 PM |
Hello, book lovers! If youāre shopping on Orchard Road, take the kids to Books Ahoy to satisfy them. Our vision of heaven is the store, which is crammed floor to ceiling with exquisite books. Additionally, you may find some very fantastic coloring books here.
Key Differentiators
- Brainchild of Woods in the Books
- Believe reading is the cornerstone of a childās ingenuity
- Nurturing a love for books
Customer Testimonial
A child friendly bookshop that you can find lots of interesting children books!
Jaslyn
2. Maha Yu Yi
| Key Services | Chinese retail book shop |
| Address | 231 Bain St, #03-07/#03-11, Singapore 180231 |
| Website | https://yuyi.com.sg/ |
| Phone | +65 6336 5222 |
| online@yuyi.com.sg | |
| Operating Hours | Monday to Thursday: 10:30AMā6:30PM Friday & Saturday: 10:30AMā7PM Sunday: 11AMā6PM |
Maha Yu Yi has the most Mandarin picture books in Singapore if youāre trying to broaden your childās linguistic horizons. You can stop by to pick up your favorite titles in Mandarin, bilingual translations, and perhaps one or more guidebooks (to help you along). After that, you can continue looking for more amazing findings by exploring the rest of the Bras Basah Complex.
Key Differentiators
- Gifts & Stationeries
- School Affairs
- Childrenās Books
Customer Testimonial
The shop is not that visible if you taking the escalator to find it but you will manage well by reading the small numberings sign boards. I am near zero for Chinese language, but the shop ladies are very helpful to find what I wanted and her books recommendations were good for gifts too.
Syoshi
3. Epigram Books
| Key Services | Publisher |
| Address | 1008 Toa Payoh N, #03-08, Singapore 318996 |
| Website | https://epigrambookshop.sg/ |
| Phone | +65 6292 4456 |
| hello@epigram.sg | |
| Operating Hours | Daily: 11:00 AM ā 6:30 PM |
This independent Singaporean publisher offers fiction and nonfiction books for readers of all ages, including young children. Picture books for young children are available, as well as publications by local authors for young adults and teenagers. Donāt forget to stop by the Epigram Books for a cup of coffee and some fantastic books!
Key Differentiators
- Located at Singapore Art Museum
- Sell titles from various publishers across Singapore
- Publishes thought-provoking books for all ages
Customer Testimonial
I stopped by their store near Kampong Glam to ask about online purchase delivery and ended up getting some excellent recommendations that I could buy on the spot for an urgent gift. Really impressed by the friendly, professional service at this store. It was also a pleasure to speak with booksellers who are so knowledgeable about their books.
Shimei
4. Littered with Books
| Key Services | Bookstore |
| Address | 20 Duxton Rd, Singapore 089486 |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/lwbsg/ |
| Phone | +65 6220 6824 |
| Operating Hours | Monday to Friday: 12ā8PM Saturday & Sunday: 11AMā8PM |
There is a location and the ideal book for readers of all ages in Littered with Books. It has a great selection of kidās books (all hand-picked by the shop) as well as a ton of suggestions for adult novels! Make it a family day and gather books for everyone to read. One of our top picks for childrenās books in Singapore.
Key Differentiators
- Independent bookstore
- Quaint, intimate atmosphere
- Offering titles across many genres
Customer Testimonial
A very special bookshop with personality. Take your time to browse the collections. We love the hand written notes on the book shelves. We found many great books in the shop. Picked up four of them for December reading.
Soon Joo Gog
5. Friendly Giant Books
| Key Services | Childrenās Bookstore |
| Address | Singapore |
| Website | https://www.friendlygiantbooks.com.sg/ |
| contact@friendlygiantbooks.com |
The success of the childrenās book subscription program served as the foundation for the online bookstore. Although it is still on the website, you can stock up at Friendly Giant Books if your kids are eager readers and cannot wait for their weekly supply. Books are reasonably priced and delivery is free for orders over $60, so sort by book kind or age range.
Key Differentiators
- A childrenās bookstore with affordable prices
- Filled with quality books
- Grow your childās library with you
6. Woods in the Books
| Key Services | Childrenās book store |
| Address | 3 Yong Siak St, Singapore 168642 |
| Website | https://www.woodsinthebooks.sg/ |
| Phone | +65 6222 9980 |
| sayhello@woodsinthebooks.sg | |
| Operating Hours | Wednesday to Saturday: 10:00 AM ā 7:00 PM Sunday & Monday: 10:00 AM ā 6:00 PM |
The pleasant and warm bookstore on Yong Siak Street has a wide selection of fascinating visual delights. Children of all ages, including adults, can find beloved childrenās classics like Goodnight Moon and Where the Wild Things Are as well as wacky graphic novels, intricate pop-up books, and colorful maps and activity books.
Key Differentiators
- Independent bookshop
- Specialising in picture books
- Nestled in quaint neighbourhood
Customer Testimonial
Every time that we go to Woods in the Books, itās an amazing adventure of discovery. This is a great childrenās book store that isnāt overwhelming. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful.
Jay
7. Books Actually
| Key Services | Independent bookstore |
| Address | 44 Upper Weld Rd, Singapore 207401 |
| Website | https://booksactuallyshop.com/ |
| shop@booksactually.com | |
| Operating Hours | Monday to Friday: 10AMā5PM |
Books Actually, a steadfast supporter of regional authors and one of Singaporeās first boutique bookstore pioneers, carries a variety of Singaporean hardbacks as well as kid-friendly trinkets and fiction as well as vintage collector books.
While youāre there, keep an eye out for Cake the cat. Kids will love their weird vintage typewriters and Lomo cameras, while moms may choose from an extensive selection of notebooks and journals to get some writing ideas. Youāll be enticed to remain and browse through many of their titles by the unpretentious charm of this charming bookstore!
Key Differentiators
- Indie bookstore
- Focus on Singaporean fiction & literature
- Also offering stationery & gifts
Customer Testimonial
Small but really nice book store. I really like how they organize their books, making you feel like you are walking through a small alley of book. They have a small room inside where you can find interesting souvenirs. And thereās an ATM outside where you can let god decide which book you should read.
Trang
8. Kinokuniya
| Key Services | Book store |
| Address | 391 Orchard Road 04 ā 20 / 20A / 20B / 20C / 21 Takashimaya S.C., Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238872 |
| Website | https://kinokuniya.com.sg/ |
| Phone | +65 6737 5021 |
| Operating Hours | Daily: 10AMā9:30PM |
For book enthusiasts of all ages, this enormous, confusing Japanese book megastore is true literary bliss. Moms and their young bookworms will be spoiled for choice at Kinokuniya with everything from the most recent New York Times bestsellers (for mamas!) to gorgeous childrenās pop-up books, magazines, stationary, presents, and even Japanese comics.
This excellent bookstore is the kind of place where you can spend a lot of joyful hours with the kids while you browse a wide selection of childrenās paperbacks thanks to its wide selection and helpful staff.
Key Differentiators
- Japanese-based retailer
- Known for its collection of Asian books & magazines
- Plus DVDs & stationery
Customer Testimonial
This bookstore is huge. It looks like a library and not just your typical bookstore. There are vast selection of books. What I like about this place is their online directory. You can search the book on their online directory and you can see the availability and which shelf to look. It was so organized. Staffs are also helpful. If you canāt go here, you can just order your book online. They discounts for members. I like this place.
Jo G
9. Times
| Key Services | Bookstore |
| Address | 68 Orchard Rd, #04-05, Singapore 238839 |
| Website | https://www.timesbookstores.com.sg/ |
| Phone | +65 6336 8861 |
| customerservice@timesbookstores.com.sg | |
| Operating Hours | Daily: 11AMā9:30AM |
With one of the largest selections of English books in the Little Red Dot, Times also sells stationery and a good number of childrenās books. Keep an eye on their website for dates and hours as they also hold a variety of fun events and workshops for young readers throughout the year.
Key Differentiators
- Books
- Stationery
- Toys
Customer Testimonial
Limited book options but at least they have 1 of those I wanted and one of the female staff is very helpful and knowledgeable about the books they have on display.
Myra
10. Junior Page
| Key Services | Childrenās book store |
| Address | 460 Alexandra Rd, #02-40, Singapore 119963 |
| Website | https://www.juniorpage.com.sg/ |
| Phone | +65 6276 6771 |
| Online@juniorpage.com.sg | |
| Operating Hours | Monday to Friday: 11AMā7:30PM Saturday & Sunday: 10AMā3PM |
Junior Page is a one-stop bookstore that sells a variety of childrenās books at affordable prices. It was established by a group of book lovers. Explore their remarkable selection of childrenās books; youāll discover everything under one roof, from adventure to education, fiction to reference books.
The book buyers at Junior Page are extremely skilled at finding excellent books at reasonable prices with the goal of encouraging young readers to develop a love of reading. You can either visit their physical store in Alexandra or shop online ā the option is yours!
Key Differentiators
- Wonderful Selection of Kids and Adult books
- Singaporeās Premier Childrenās Bookseller
- New arrivals
Customer Testimonial
Love their wide range of good quality children books at affordable price. My girl totally enjoys the selection of books that we got. We especially love the āLlama Stops Teasingā story book. The website is also very easy to navigate with dedicated categories, age group & best sellers segment. Will definitely buy more books again!
Joyce
11. My Greatest Child
| Key Services | Childrenās book store |
| Address | City Square Mall, #B2-03, 180 Kitchener Road Singapore, Singapore 208539 |
| Website | https://mygreatestchild.com.sg/ |
| Phone | +65 6509 8921 |
| hello@mygreatestchild.com.sg | |
| Operating Hours | Daily: 10AMā10PM |
Since My Greatest Child has been operating for almost ten years, it has weathered the introduction of glitzy technology and engrossing social networking platforms.
The goal of the store is to encourage reading among kids of all ages by providing them with inexpensive books and other educational resources. My Greatest Child imports a large portion of the books and stationery that they sell from countries including Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Key Differentiators
- Fondly known as MGC by regulars
- Had humble beginnings at bazaars
- Trusted local bookstore
Customer Testimonial
Nice little place for childrenās books. Lot of good collections at good prices. Must visit if youāre passing by and have young kids who love books!
Vasu V
12. Closetful of Books
| Key Services | Specialist book shop |
| Address | 71 Ubi Road 1 #07-43, #1 Oxley BizHub, Singapore 408732 |
| Website | https://closetfulofbooks.com/ |
| Phone | +65 6908 5510 |
| Operating Hours | Monday to Friday: 9AMā6PM |
One of the main goals of the couple who own and operate Closetful of Books is to encourage as many people as they can to develop the habit of reading, especially children. They are so dedicated to achieving their goal that they personally choose each book in the store, which is helpful for parents looking for suggestions for their kids.
Their assortment of books includes childrenās picture books, early reader books, junior fiction, young adult books, and works by Singaporean authors. The unique book selection at Closetful of Books makes their school book fairs a big success.
Key Differentiators
- Book & Magazine Distributor
- Visit schools with a vast and specially-curated selection of picture books
- Has early readers, novels, non-fiction titles
Customer Testimonial
Great people to work with!!
Jumaini
Childrenās Bookstore Singapore
As any parent knows, finding the right book for your child can be a challenge. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. Thankfully, Singapore is home to a wealth of amazing childrenās bookstores that can help you find the perfect story for your little one.
So whether youāre looking for the latest bestseller or a rare first edition, be sure to check out one of these 12 amazing childrenās bookstores the next time youāre in Singapore.
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