Thinker Toys & Thinker Things

8-18-21 This shop is next door to Thinker Things and the impressive part is they have toy items for babies up to possibly the young at heart.We were on our way back to the elevator to return to our car and leave Kahala Mall. Just then the animal hand puppets in the window caught our sweetie's attention. I know from the past and from my own experience it's worth it to let a grandchild or yourself enter even on a whim to seek simple joy---just to browse or find something delightful: okay just go inside and look. She found something for herself and her little brother. Each was Less than $10. After paying she spotted a tray of mood rings by the register. For $2.99 it was like the happiness we got way back when for inserting 5 cents or a quarter and getting a round bubble gum or a few square ones out of those put the coin in and turn the crank machines.The male employee even squeezed the adjustable butterfly mood ring to fit her tiny ring finger. Such a nice guy.After that she said we didn't need to go to buy her new shoes for school, just go back to my house. It's so very cool to see the wonder that lights up a child's eyes and hear them say Thankyou and mean it.

I frequent Think Things often (I have a 7-year-old!). Every time we visit the store, I can always count on friendly banter with their employees when I am checking out. Occasionally, the store will be slow and we will talk story with Marcus, who is always very helpful when we're looking for "something"!Their selections of toys, especially ones that encourage a child's interest in STEM, is pretty decent. They also have a good amount of the toys that are trending at any given point in the year (Pokemon (figurines and cards) as well as Bakugan). I also appreciate their selection of nostalgic toys such as lava lamps and plasma balls!Their prices are higher than what you would see on Amazon or Walmart or Target; however, I can imagine they need to factor in shipping costs and their rent at Kahala Mall.I recommend checking Thinker Things out! Even if your kid doesn't find anything, you may find a piece that reminds you of your childhood!

Save your money and go to Target/ Walmart if youre not a "collector" as this store has a pretty good selection but $10 is way too much for a hot wheels car and most of their toys are marked up 25-50% higher. My kid collects hot wheels so Ive seen the same exact toy priced at 20$ here and 9.99$ at Longs in Kahala.

I had heard they're running a Memorial Day discount so I came by to pick up some presents for the keiki in my life. I've been to Thinker Toys a couple times before, and now remember why I don't come more frequently. They have some cool toys, but on average the best way that I can describe most of the selection is "expensive stuff your kid never knew they needed until they saw it." It's an odd selection of toys and random "stuff" for lack of a better word. If you're not sure what to get as a gift, you can find something unique here. Not many practical gifts and overpriced in my opinion.

My son bought a 4 square Rubik's cube not even 5 minutes it fell apart! When we wanted return it the cashier lectured us and we need to careful with it?! No ware on the package it was fragile! Wait it's a kids toy? You need to be careful with it?? The cashier did try fix it but she couldn't! The Cashier later gave us our money back defective toy?!?!

This is where I go to buy some of my boys as well as close friends' childrens toys. They are not the cheapest, but they have good things that your kids would enjoy. My friend got my boy his favorite toy from here and I bought something for his boy's first birthday 3 months ago from there. I saw my friend yesterday and he said that toy was his boys favorite to play with as well.

I'm not sure why they removed my initial review... so I'm posting it again!!I'm browsing their "50% sidewalk sale" and it's almost laughable. They've doubled the prices then marked them "half off". The lego friends (#41125) set is 'originally' $67.95 and on 'sale' for $33.97... a quick google search lists regular price (Walmart, toys r us, etc) at $31.99. I even asked the sales staff if the sale was accurate and both of them confirmed it. Same with several other items I was interested in purchasing for my kids... I'll go elsewhere.

The best toy store on the East side! They are so welcoming and kind and always available to share a story or listen to a story about how the toys in their store impact their customers kids, parents and wallets. Worth every penny! The selections are great - from educational to just plain fun. Now they have Hot Wheels and Monster Trucks! Game over. Hello Holiday Shopping. Great store and we will be back. Mahalo plenty!

I splurged on a $50 toy for a close friend's child at Thinker Toys, then looked it up online after gifting it. The exact same toy is less than $19 at Target (available in-store) and even cheaper on Amazon. I was also charged $1 by Thinker Toys for a bag without being notified of the price first. I'm embarrassed that what I thought was a generous present actually isn't. I always try to support local businesses, but this one has lost my trust.

Worker woman was extremely judgmental and rude. Seemed like the moment I walked into the store I was being stared down and judged. I will never come here again. Felt so uncomfortable. Also everything was expensive. Don't waste your time.