The staff was really helpful in navigating the store in post COVID19 status and signing me up for…read morethe new Teachers club card

Fine, I'll admit it: I'm in love with Lakeshore Learning…read more I was first tipped off about this place by one of my baby's (okay, so she's two...not exactly a baby but whatever ;) therapists and to say it was love at first sight...that wouldn't come close to cutting it. I'm a mom of four (5, 4, 4, and 2) and my youngest three have developmental delays from mild to severe. While my husband and I have come up with some amazingly engaging/proactive activities for the kids thus far, we're always on the hunt for more, for better, for That One Item/Activity/Etc. We've Been Missing. Lakeshore Learning--much to the chagrin of my Visa card--has yet to disappoint. It's by no means exclusively a store for teachers; it's by no means exclusively a store for special needs parents. Sure, sensory items and activities abound...block play, active play, puzzles, and manipulatives in abundance--but this is just the tip of the iceberg. If you don't want to make the trip (although I don't know why you wouldn't!), hit up the website and request a catalog. It is huge, glossy, and enticing. Also? Lakeshore Learning offers up a pretty sweet check in deal for the mobile Yelping crowd. As *if* you needed more incentive to stop in, right? Riiiiiiight. :)

If you are a teacher or looking for educational material this is the place for you. Great selection…read moreof items including wall display material items. Being on 95th, parking is a challenge, my tip is to park on the side street. Give this place a try!

Do not do business with this company! We are a Chicagoland game company that wholesaled our…read moreproducts for Classmate to sell in their stores. After five months of the owner not responding or paying their invoice we had to send them to collections. Very unfortunate that they would treat a fellow Chicago small business this way.

A wide variety of school supplies. Some are high priced while others are reasonable. Depends on…read morewhat you are looking for. Unfortunately, the curriculum goes no higher than 8th grade. So if you are in need of high school materials you will have to search online or go to an area book swap. Considering the amount of homeschoolers in the area, I'm disappointed with the lack of materials available for high school.

From the owner: Sharp School Services is proud to be your resource for educational materials, equipment, and…read morefurniture. Locally and family-owned since 1989, we strive to meet the needs of each customer. We offer classroom decorations, workbooks and resource books, stickers, notepads, bookmarks, educational toys and games, arts & crafts materials, religious products, and much more in our store! Additionally, our store laminates for you and accepts purchase orders.

This place is great for gently used and new teacher/classroom supplies at a low price. No other…read morestore like it in the area. I make the 40 minute drive once a month to check out what Heidi has that is "new to me". I always find things, I never knew I needed. Love this store!

This teacher shop is awesome! I've gone twice in the last month and both times, books were marked…read moredown to super cheap. They have a lot of series of chapter books, as well as popular story books. They also have a decent number of games/resources for math/literacy/social studies/science. And if you're looking for something specific, you can jot it down on the form upfront with your number and she'll contact you when she gets it in! It's a bit of a drive for me since I'm in schaumburg but I'm happy to make it. If it were any closer, I'd be spending all of my money there :)

A large variety of current and past books by old and new authors. Also CDs and small gifts and…read morekeepsake items for giving excellent customer service. Along with the delicious sit down and relax area and even further in the back there is an area to read on beautiful leather sofas. Well done, and thoughtfully designed .

Royal Christian Bookstore is a very nice establishment. I most definitely will be a regular here…read morefor my Christian books. This store has so much to choose from, and the ambience is classy, and I love the cafe area. All my Christian book readers go and check em out.

This is like the teacher and educator's superstore. I can't even remember why I came here because I…read moream not one, but did found some goodies that my kiddo likes. They have these little animals that she'd played with elsewhere and likes a lot. What I liked most here, though, is the art supplies they carry. I bought a roll of white paper for her to color and play on, as well as some foamy "paint" that she can play with outside. Service was friendly, and I appreciated that even though it's not a store I'll shop at frequently.

Great place for teachers to come and get anything they may need for their classroom. There's also a…read moresection for toys for children. Many things are pricy, however, but very good quality. They also had a sale when I went and I got a free tote bag for signing up for texts.

Da Book Joint has been a southeast side staple for 18 years…read more You can find NY Times Best Sellers and Local Authors in one place. If you cannot find what you're looking for on the shelves--I am pretty sure the owners Courtney or Verlean will find it for you. They are able to tell you the best options for your needs. Children, young adults, and adult books fiction and non fiction for every reader! This is a store born and raised in Chicago and they give back to the city with so many great events for children, youth, and adults. Books are reasonably priced comparable to any other store you would shop for books! If you cannot get IN to get books you can always find options online as well! Also. They have dope apparel too! For men and women, boys and girls!! Da Book Joint has all your literary needs covered!

The selection of books is top-notch, and the customer service is equally impressive. The store…read moreexudes a warm and inviting vibe, with its vibrant and welcoming decor. During my visit, I stumbled upon their monthly book club meeting, where the discussion was incredibly engaging. After the meeting concluded, some of the members continued their conversation and invited me to join. And guess what? I accepted and joined their monthly book club. Check out their website; they have a plethora of exciting events. I've found my new favorite bookstore.

I'm a fan of Ollie's Bargain Outlet from visiting their stores in Ohio. I love their comical…read morethemes. Tons of great items that are absolutely bargains from cheap snacks, even liquid death cases! There's books, automotive, suitcases, bathroom, kitchen products and so much more. It's a newer store with tons of customers taking in this exciting new place but I will say one of my complaints is that me and my wife experienced lack of toilet paper in their restrooms. Not the cleanest store nor are they as humerously engaging like their Ohio stores. Wouldn't mind coming back again!

Good golly, Ollie. This store is just fun. Dig in isle by isle, end cap by end cap. A lot of…read moremerchandise. From bakeware to potting soil, to garden flags to shampoo. Ollie's has seasonal items, to discounted past holiday items. Much to look at so take your time and stroll through. Lots of odds and ends. A giant selection. Sweet cashier name Laura and ample parking. It's near Berkots.