Sense of Place

Incorporate natural color schemes into the heart-centered environments where children learn and play. Designed to reflect the beautiful, calming colors of nature, this rug's plush yarns create the perfect cozy area. Serge stitching provides tough, no-pull edges that stand up to the rigorous classroom environment. Treated to guard against odor, mildew, mold, stains and static shock, the Sense of Place Carpets can endure years of continued use.

Incorporate natural color schemes into the heart-centered environments where children learn and play. Designed to reflect the beautiful blue hues of the Earth's waters, this rug's plush yarns create the perfect cozy area. Surge stitching provides tough, no-pull edges that stand up to the rigorous classroom environment. Treated to guard against odor, mildew, mold, stains and static shock, the Sense of Place Carpets can endure years of continued use.

Incorporate natural color schemes into the heart-centered environments where children learn and play. Designed to reflect the beautiful blue hues of the Earth's waters, this rug's plush yarns create the perfect cozy area. Surge stitching provides tough, no-pull edges that stand up to the rigorous classroom environment. Treated to guard against odor, mildew, mold, stains and static shock, the Sense of Place Carpets can endure years of continued use.

All Ages. Bring texture and sensory-based exploration to classroom storage with these handwoven Rattan Baskets. Featuring reinforced handles, this set of 3 standard classroom storage baskets integrates nicely with all Sense of Place furniture and offers versatile storage for dramatic play accessories, loose parts, and learning-center materials. Each measures 13"W x 5.5"H x 9"D. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

3 years & up. Invite children to build meaningful connections and collaborate as they share a seat on this soft, easy-to-clean PU vinyl Couch and Chair set. Featuring a contemporary design and solid birch legs that match the Sense of Place Collection's other pieces, this welcoming furniture brings a cozy piece of home to the classroom. Couch measures 42"W x 22"H x 18"D and Chair measures 22"W x 22"H x 18"D. Both have 11.5" Seat Height. Ships Ready to Assemble.… More »

All Ages. Store and display loose parts in these handwoven Rattan Trays. Featuring removable acrylic mirrors, these trays can also be used as baskets and encourage exploration and interaction with objects from all angles. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleaners, bleach, etc. Large- 12"L x 12"W x 3"H. Medium- 10"L x 10"W x 3"H. Small- 8"L x 8"W x 3"H.

3 years & up. Inspired by large country kitchen tables, the Farmhouse Table provides children with a generous work surface perfect for collaboration and connection. Seating up to 8 children, the solid birch table features a solid birch apron and legs painted white for a light and modern feel. Add the large Farmhouse Benches to encourage authentic social interaction and teamwork. The benches are constructed of solid birch with white-painted legs that are angled to prevent tipping. Table measures… More »

All Ages. Add texture and natural elements to the classroom with the Circle Acrylic Mirror. With a border woven from water hyacinth, the large acrylic mirror brings light, texture, and comfort wherever it is placed in the classroom. Woven hooks on the mirror's back allow for easy hanging. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 29" in diameter.

3 years & up. Invite children into the classroom with this unique oval-shaped design inspired by dining-room tables found in the home. Featuring tapered legs and constructed of solid birch, the Oval Table brings a light, modern, authentic feel to any space while encouraging meaningful connections. Clean with mild soap and water. Do no use cleaners, bleach, etc. Measures 42"W x 21" H x 30" D. Use with 12"-14" Chairs (Sold Separately). Ships Ready to Assemble. Limited… More »

An early childhood classroom should reinforce and enhance young children's sense of belonging and connection to their environment, each other, their families, and their community. This book invites educators and administrators to rethink the traditional classroom, with inspirational examples showing how to weave elements that reflect each center's community into the classroom design. Colorful photos show what teachers can do to encourage a sense of community unique to each classroom. Easy-to-implement… More »

3 years & up. The authentically inspired centerpiece of the dramatic play area, the Kitchen Island is child friendly and easily accessible from all sides. Featuring an overhang on the back portion of the solid birch countertop, children are encouraged to pull up a stool and eat together, building meaningful connections in the process. The island's front has 3 white-laminated plywood drawers for classroom and dramatic play storage, and the middle drawer features acrylic dividers for organizing… More »

When was the last time you got down on your hands and knees to see your classroom from a child's height? Research shows that effective early childhood classroom design begins from the ground up. Classroom design is a crucial component of an effective learning environment. This book brings a new approach to classroom design that begins and ends with the child's viewpoint. Each chapter details how the classroom environment influences children's learning, and the authors provide specific examples of… More »

3 years & up. Designed with the gentle curves of nature in mind, the Sense of Place 30" Right Curved Storage provides a unique and beautiful take on traditional classroom storage units. An easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids make this open shelving unit the perfect neutral backdrop to highlight and store classroom materials, found objects and art projects. Measures 38"W x 17"D x 30"H.

3 years & up. The Sense of Place 30" Corner Unit provides a unique corner storage solution. Use as a connecting piece with other Sense of Place furniture pieces to create a modular system within the classroom, or use alone to satisfy organizational needs in smaller learning environments. An easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids make this open shelving unit the perfect neutral backdrop to highlight and store classroom materials, found objects… More »

3 years & up. Designed with the gentle curves of nature in mind, the Sense of Place 30" Left Curved Storage provides a unique and beautiful take on traditional classroom storage units. An easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids make this open shelving unit the perfect neutral backdrop to highlight and store classroom materials, found objects and art projects. Measures 38"W x 17"D x 30"H.

5 years & up. Authentic materials and textures invite children to touch, interact and explore, while adding beautiful elements to the heart-centered environments where they learn. The Sense of Place Woven Storage Totes are a nature-inspired interpretation of traditional classroom storage bins and feature an easy-to-clean synthetic rattan construction. These practical storage bins are designed to fit in the cubbies of the Shelving and Tote Storage unit. Each bin measures 11"W x 3"H x 15"D.

2 years & up. The Sense of Place 24" Corner Unit provides a unique corner storage solution. Use as a connecting piece with other Sense of Place furniture pieces to create a modular system within the classroom, or use alone to satisfy organizational needs in smaller learning environments. An easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids make this open shelving unit the perfect neutral backdrop to highlight and store classroom materials, found objects… More »

3 years & up. Invite children to build meaningful connections and collaborate as they share a seat on this soft, easy-to-clean PU vinyl Couch and Chair set. Featuring a contemporary design and solid birch legs that match the Sense of Place Collection's other pieces, this welcoming furniture brings a cozy piece of home to the classroom. Couch measures 42"W x 22"H x 18"D and Chair measures 25"W x 22"H x 18"D. Both have 11.5" Seat Height. Clean with mild soap… More »

3 years & up. A beautiful take on traditional, early childhood storage units, the Sense of Place 3-Shelf Open Storage 36" combines contemporary, versatile design with sturdy, long-lasting construction. An easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids make this open shelving unit the perfect neutral backdrop to highlight and store classroom materials, found objects and art projects. Limited lifetime warranty. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use… More »

3 years & up. A beautiful take on traditional, early childhood storage units, the Sense of Place 2-Shelf Mini Open Storage 30" ccombines contemporary, versatile design with sturdy, long-lasting construction. An easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids make this open shelving unit the perfect neutral backdrop to highlight and store classroom materials, found objects and art projects. Limited lifetime warranty. Clean with mild soap and water. Do… More »

3 years & up. A beautiful take on traditional, early childhood storage units, the Sense of Place 2-Shelf Large Open Storage 30" combines contemporary, versatile design with sturdy, long-lasting construction. An easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids make this open shelving unit the perfect neutral backdrop to highlight and store classroom materials, found objects and art projects. Limited lifetime warranty. Clean with mild soap and water. Do… More »

3 years and up. Constructed from a durable, easy-to-clean combination of birch plywood, white laminate plywood and birch solids, this spacious storage unit features three wide shelves conveniently divided into eight compartents. A finished back panel and toe-kick panel prevents objects, toys, learning materials and books from being lost beneath or behind the shelf, Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 48"L x 36"H x 15"D. Ships fully assembled. Limited Lifetime Warranty.

3 years & up. White-laminated plywood doors and solid birch handles lend this refrigerator a clean, modern look similar to what students might find in the home. Designed with authentic play and versatility in mind, three poly-carbonate plastic storage shelves provide ample interior storage while the acrylic water and ice display window adds a fun dramatic play element to this piece. The standard classroom storage basket fits in the refrigerator's bottom cubby for additional storage. Measures… More »

2 years & up. This 5-compartment Storage Unit is a modern take on the traditional classroom storage piece. The contemporary design of the solid birch feet and apron are similar to furniture you would find in the home. White-laminated plywood serves as a neutral backdrop to highlight the items stored and displayed in this unit, which offers versatile, spacious classroom storage. Measures 48"W x 24"H x 15"D . Ships Fully Assembled. Limited Lifetime Warranty. Due to the nature of… More »