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San Luis Obispo
Whiz Kids Toys for playtime
discoveries and adventures
Play is serious business at Whiz
Kids Toys, the premier toy shop
on the Central Coast that has been
offering fun activities, unique gifts,
and educational materials for all
ages since 1987. With high-quality
products from hundreds of ven-
dors, families are sure to discover
the perfect goody to add play to
their day in this whimsical store.
“Kids, and grown-ups too, learn
best through play! Since we opened,
Whiz Kids Toys has been a destina-
tion for the Central Coast com-
munity to find engaging toys and
books that inspire creativity and
Inspiring creativity
and learning for
the entire family
Whiz Kids for gifts for all ages.
imagination. Whiz Kids focuses on
supporting parents and grandpar-
ents as they encourage their chil-
dren’s interests and development,”
said owner Lesa Smith, adding,
“Our welcoming and knowledge-
able staff are always ready to offer
personalized shopping advice.”
Art supplies, science projects,
and books
The shelves at Whiz Kids
are full of puzzles, art supplies,
science-themed projects, and edu-
cational toys designed specifically
for preschool-age children. There’s
a thriving selection of books with
picture books, chapter books, books
for infants, and fun interactive titles
such as the Mad Libs series. They
are also proud to offer a large selec-
tion of trending toys from popular
brands, including LEGO, Maileg,