Who We Are
Five Little Monkeys is a community based, hands-on toy store focused on providing unique, high-quality toys in a fun and friendly environment. Our carefully curated selection focuses on creative toys for imaginative minds that are educational, sustainable, and have exceptional play value.
Awards and Recognition
NATIONAL
- 2022 Western Toy and Hobby Retailers Association (WTHRA) Hall of Fame
- 2019 Western Toy and Hobby Retailers Association (WTHRA) Toy Retailer of the Year
- 2016 American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) Retailer Excellence Award: Toy Retailer of the Year
- 2014 April Retailer of the Month (Manhattan Toy)
- 2010 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
REGIONAL
- 2023 Best in the East Bay: Best Toy Store (East Bay Times)
- 2023 Best Toy Store in the East Bay (Parent's Press)
- 2019-2021 Best of Albany Award (Albany Chamber of Commerce)
- 2019-2021 Jewish News of Northern California Readers' Choice
- 2013-2022 Best of the East Bay: Best Toy Store (Diablo Magazine)
- 2011, 2014, 2016-2023 Best Toy Store in Marin (Pacific Sun)
- 2013-2017, 2022 Best Toy Store in Contra Costa County (Parent's Press)
- 2019 Best Store for Baby Gifts in Marin (Pacific Sun)
- 2015 Best Toy Store in Alameda County (Parent’s Press)
- 2015 Best Toy Store in Marin County (Parent’s Press)
- 2014, 2021-2022 Best Toy Store in East Bay (East Bay Express)
- 2012-2014 Best Toy Store in Marin (North Bay Bohemian)
- 2013 Best Toy Store (Lamorinda Moms)
- 2008 Workability Works Award
- Green Toys 1st Place Window Display Contest (Multiple Years)
- Bay Area Green Certified Business (2005-present)