All toy stores listed here accept online Paypal payments.

If you live outside the USA, please make sure that the store serves international shoppers by reading the comments in the "Notes" column, next to the merchant's names.

Store Name

Notes

Customer Service Phone

Website Link

All Aboard Toys	A one-stop shop for all types of children's toys and games. Accepts int'l orders.	(303) 974-7456
My Toy Box	A big specialty toy store, carrying many top selling kid's brands. Ships internationally.	1-800-718-4171 (630) 717-0707
Stuffed Animals	Offers stuffed animals, Teddy Bears, puppets, dolls and baby stuff. Serves US shoppers only.	1-800-718-4171 (630) 717-0707
Wonder Brains	Dedicated to quality educational & learning games, toys and puzzles. Available only to US buyers.	(866) 827-2467
Ty`s Toy Box	Gigantic selection of toys for kids of all ages. Ships globally.	(859) 795-0657

All of the above toy websites take Paypal (as well as all major credit cards) and you can pay them straight from your account balance.
Most of them ship internationally, but please examine each toy store's specific shipping policy, in order to make sure that your country is being serviced.

There is a common thread which connects all kids, regardless of their precise age, ethnic origin, geographical location or gender: they really love play… especially with toys!
It makes them happy, it helps developing their imagination alongside their skills and it's the fastest way to earn a child's smile (but unfortunately, not the cheapest).

Typical toy stores (including the online ones) offer a wide range of toys and games.
Just before you buy a new item, you should adopt a strategy which answers a few basic questions.

Age: is the toy recipient a baby? A young kid? A teenager?

Gender: are you shopping an item for a boy or a girl?

Purpose: Are you looking for an educational toy? A developmental one? Or perhaps just for fun and entertainment?

Type: Try to figure out what type of item are you looking for: an electronic game?
an old fashioned wooden toy? a stuffed animal? a classic game? a puzzle?
The possibilities are virtually endless, as you may imagine.

Brand: Are you interested in a specific well known brand name?

Popularity: Are you looking for a "sure thing", a best selling children's hit?

All of these issues should be carefully considered prior to purchasing a toy to your loved one and addressing these points will ensure a good buy and a satisfied and joyful recipient.

Most online toy stores have a "Specials" category, where they offer discounted items which are on sale.
Many times, this section can include real bargains and it's a good idea to thoroughly examine if it includes items that you may find appealing.

Don't forget to shop around! Visit more than one online retailer in order to get both the best possible price for your toy and some more ideas for a successful buy.
5 more minutes of simple price comparison between 2 or 3 competing shops can easily result in fewer dollars that will leave your Paypal account.

Be a responsible parent: if you feel that an item is not safe enough for your kid, if you feel that it will not benefit you child or if you suspect that it may cause more harm than good, skip to the next product.