For answers to some of our most frequently asked questions, please refer to the list below. Still can’t find what you’re looking for? You can e-mail Customer Service at lakeshore@lakeshorelearning.com. To speak with a Customer Service Representative directly, please call us at (800) 428-4414, Monday-Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., PST.
Ordering & Checkout
Do I have to register to place an order?
How do I place an order?
What is “express checkout”?
I’m having problems adding items to my shopping cart. What should I do?
Is the information I provide during checkout secure?
If I order an item from a wish list, when will the wish list be updated?
Do you charge sales tax? What if I am exempt from paying sales tax?
How will I be notified of any back-ordered items?
How will I know if Lakeshore received my order?
Can I make my purchases on account?
Can I make changes to an order I have already placed?
What payment methods do you accept?
Who is Wintergreen?
Shipping
What delivery methods do you offer?
What are your shipping charges?
Can I place an order with express delivery?
Can I send my items to multiple addresses?
Order Tracking
How do I track my order?
Gift Services
How do I purchase a gift card?
How do I redeem my Lakeshore Gift Card online? Do gift cards expire?
Do you gift wrap?
Returns
What is Lakeshore’s return policy?
Registration, E-Mail & Password Help
How can I become a registered member of your website?
How can I be added to or deleted from Lakeshore’s e-mail list?
How do I change my e-mail address?
What if I forgot my password or user name?
Ordering & Checkout
Do I have to register to place an order?
Absolutely not. You may continue checkout as a guest without registering to become a member. However, the benefits of registering are numerous! You can enjoy great features like a wish list, address book, online order tracking, and saved shopping carts.
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How do I place an order?
Ordering is easy! Find the items you’re looking for by browsing through our categories or age ranges. You can also search by item number, product name, or keywords. Once you find an item you like, enter a quantity and click the “add to cart” button.
If you know the item number of the product you would like to purchase, you can enter it in the “order by item #” field and click “go.” The item will automatically be added to your shopping cart! To enter multiple item numbers at one time, use our convenient quick order form.
When you’re ready to check out, click on the “my cart” link or the “checkout” button to review the items in your cart. To start the checkout process, click “continue checkout.” If you have not already signed in, you will be taken to a sign-in page where you can log in or choose to continue as a guest. You will then fill in your billing, shipping, and payment information. When you are finished, simply click “place order” and your order will be on its way. You will receive an order number for reference, and an order confirmation will be e-mailed to you shortly.
You can also place your order by calling (800) 778-4456, Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., PST.
What is “express checkout”?
Express checkout lets you enjoy the convenience of one-step ordering. Just sign in or register to become a member before you begin checkout, and be sure to save your billing information in your member profile. When you’re ready to place an order, click on the “express checkout” button on the cart screen. Your billing information will be automatically filled in—and you won’t have to retype a thing! You will have the opportunity to review your order and payment information. Then click “place order,” and you’re all done!
I’m having problems adding items to my shopping cart. What should I do?
Occasionally, when a customer adds a new item to his or her cart, the previously added item disappears. If you’re experiencing this type of problem, it may be because you don’t have your “cookies” turned on. For easy instructions on enabling cookies, click here.
Is the information I provide during checkout secure?
Shopping online with Lakeshore is a completely safe experience!
We use SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)—the industry standard in online encryption technology—to ensure that your personal and credit card information remains secure. SSL encryption allows you to shop with confidence, knowing that only you and Lakeshore have the ability to access your information.
If I order an item from a wish list, when will the wish list be updated?
If your order contains an item that you have added from a wish list, that wish list will be updated as soon as you submit your order.
Do you charge sales tax? What if I am exempt from paying sales tax?
By law, we are required to charge sales tax in all states where applicable. Please note that some states charge tax on shipping costs in addition to the purchase total. No sales tax is required for orders delivered to addresses in Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon. If your order is shipping to an international destination, the order summary page will not reflect any tax amounts.
Belong to a tax exempt organization? Enter your sales tax exempt number when entering billing information. (We must have your current tax exempt certificate on file in order to qualify. To check if we have your certificate on file, call our Finance Department at (800) 424-4772.)
How will I be notified of any back-ordered items?
We knock ourselves out to keep every item in stock, and we succeed 99% of the time. If we do need to back-order merchandise, you will be informed of the back-order on your shipping confirmation. Lakeshore has a proven track record of shipping most back-orders within 2 weeks!
How will I know if Lakeshore received my order?
If you logged in before placing your order, you can go to your member profile to check your order status and history.
We always send an e-mail confirmation after you place your order. This confirmation will include your entire order summary and your order number. If you don’t receive a confirmation within a few minutes, please contact us at lakeshore@lakeshorelearning.com so we can confirm your e-mail address.
Can I make my purchases on account?
If you have an existing account with Lakeshore, you can order on account from our website. Simply select the “pay on account” option on the review and payment screen of the order process.
If you are a domestic school or institution interested in opening an account, you will need to fill out our online credit application or download a PDF version. You can submit your credit application with your order, but the order will be held pending approval of the application. If you want your items right away, pre-pay with a credit card, and use your account for future orders.
At this time, Lakeshore does not offer accounts to individuals.
Can I make changes to an order I have already placed?
At Lakeshore, we work hard to get every order out the door and on its way to you as quickly as possible. Because we process orders so quickly, we can’t alter or cancel an order once it has been placed. However, you can be sure we will always provide you with a satisfactory solution! We have the best return policy around: If you’re unhappy with any item for any reason, just return it to us for a full refund or exchange. Your satisfaction is our number-one priority!
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept the following major credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
If you have an existing account with Lakeshore, you can order on account from our website. Simply select the “pay on account” option on the review and payment screen of the order process.
If you are a domestic school or institution interested in opening an account, you will need to fill out our online credit application or download a PDF version. You can submit your credit application with your order, but the order will be held pending approval of the application. If you want your items right away, pre-pay with a credit card, and use your account for future orders.
At this time, Lakeshore does not offer accounts to individuals.
We also accept Lakeshore Gift Cards online! On the review and payment screen, you can enter your gift card and authorization numbers to pay with a gift card.
Who is Wintergreen?
Wintergreen is the authorized exclusive distributor of Lakeshore products in Canada. If you’re sending items to a Canadian province or territory, be sure to place your order with www.wintergreen.ca.
Shipping
What delivery methods do you offer?
Our Standard Shipping takes 7-10 business days. (Orders to Alaska, Hawaii, P.O. Boxes, and APO/FPO addresses will arrive within 2-4 weeks. For military shipments, please note that arrival times indicate the time it will take for your order to reach the centralized APO/FPO address. Final delivery is subject to the terms and conditions of APO/FPO services and may take longer.)
With 2nd Day Air, your order will arrive in 2-3 business days.
We also offer Next Day Air (not available for Alaska, Hawaii, and P.O. Boxes). You can expect your order in 1-2 business days.
Priority Mail is offered for orders shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, P.O. Boxes, and APO/FPO addresses. Your order will arrive in 3-5 business days. (For military shipments, please note that arrival times indicate the time it will take for your order to reach the centralized APO/FPO address. Final delivery is subject to the terms and conditions of APO/FPO services and may take longer.)
If your order contains a truck item, it must be sent via Standard Shipping. Truck items are noted with a truck icon on the product detail page.
For shipping charges, see below.
What are your shipping charges?
Standard Shipping charges are 15% of the total merchandise cost for orders delivered to addresses within the contiguous U.S., with a minimum charge of $5.00. (For Alaska and Hawaii, shipping charges are 20% of the total merchandise cost. If an order shipping to Alaska or Hawaii contains a truck item, we will e-mail you with a separate quote.)
2nd Day Air charges are 25% of the total merchandise cost for all orders, with a $14.95 minimum.
Next Day Air charges are 30% of the total merchandise cost for all orders, with a $16.95 minimum.
Priority Mail charges are 25% of the total merchandise cost for all orders, with a $14.95 minimum.
For account customers, we will pre-pay the shipping cost and add the charge to your invoice.
Can I place an order with express delivery?
In addition to our Standard Shipping, we offer 2nd Day Air, Next Day Air, and Priority Mail.
With 2nd Day Air, your order will arrive in 2-3 business days.
With Next Day Air, you can expect your order in 1-2 business days. (Next Day Air is not available for Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, and P.O. Boxes.)
Priority Mail is offered for orders shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, P.O. Boxes, and APO/FPO addresses. Your order will arrive in 3-5 business days.
If your order contains a truck item, it must be sent via Standard Shipping. Truck items are noted with a truck icon on the product detail page.
Can I send my items to multiple addresses?
Yes, you can easily split up your order and have items sent to different destinations. Select the “ship to multiple addresses” option on the billing information screen of the order process. You can then assign different addresses to each item within your order.
Order Tracking
How do I track my order?
If you are a registered member and you were logged in when you placed your order, you can track your order from your member profile page.
If you did not register or log in prior to submitting your order, don’t worry. Simply call Customer Service at (800) 428-4414, weekdays 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., PST, and we’ll be happy to track your order for you.
Once an online order has been shipped, you will receive a shipping confirmation. Depending on the shipping method, the shipping confirmation may provide a tracking link directly to the carrier’s website.
Gift Services
How do I purchase a gift card?
You can purchase a gift card online, in stores, or by calling (800) 778-4456. For more information, please see our Gift Card Terms and Conditions.
How do I redeem my Lakeshore Gift Card online? Do gift cards expire?
To use a Lakeshore Gift Card online, enter your gift card and authorization numbers on the review and payment screen. If your card does not have an authorization number, please call Customer Service at (800) 428-4414, Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., PST.
If the amount of the gift card is less than the amount of your purchase, you can enter another gift card, or the balance of the order can be paid by credit card or on account.
If the amount of the gift card is greater than the amount of the purchase, the balance will remain on your gift card for your next purchase.
Lakeshore Gift Cards have no expiration date.
Do you gift wrap?
Yes, we do! We'll be happy to wrap your items for only $4.95 each.
Our gift wrap features festive designs that are appropriate for any event or occasion. Just follow the prompts during the checkout process to select which items you’d like wrapped. It’s that simple!
If you’re ordering an item that can’t be gift wrapped, you will still have the option of including a free gift message on the packing slip.
Returns
What is Lakeshore’s return policy?
If you’re unhappy with any item for any reason, just return it to us for a full refund or exchange. Your satisfaction is our number-one priority. If you purchased materials on our website, you can return the items to our retail stores or send them back to us through the mail—whichever is easier for you! For details, visit our Customer Service page.
Registration, E-Mail & Password Help
How can I become a registered member of your website?
Registration is easy—and free! Simply fill out our online form, and you’ll begin enjoying all the benefits that membership has to offer.
How can I be added to or deleted from Lakeshore’s e-mail list?
You will be added to Lakeshore’s e-mail list when you register, unless you uncheck the box saying you would like to receive news and promotions via e-mail. You can also sign up when you place an order, request a catalog, or join the mailing list for any of our retail stores.
If you wish to be removed from our e-mail list for any reason, you can unsubscribe here.
How do I change my e-mail address?
You can change your e-mail address in your member profile.
What if I forget my password or user name?
Click on the link under “Forgot your password?” for your password clue. On the password help screen, simply enter your user name and e-mail address. If you have not saved a password clue, a temporary password will be e-mailed to you.
To protect your privacy, Lakeshore does not have access to your password. But you don’t have to sign in to place an order…simply check out as a guest!
If you forget your user name, you can simply re-register now.
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