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Childcare, Preschool, & Elementary Furniture

Kaplan offers an unparalleled selection of early childhood furniture. Find tables, chairs, storage units, art easels, and the Sense of Place furniture line that is nature aligned, heart centered, sensory based, authentic and suitable for all ages. All our furniture is ideal for childcare centers, infant and toddler rooms, preschools, Pre-K classrooms and early elementary classrooms.

Carolina Birch Plywood 24" 5-Compartment Storage Unit - Solid Back
Item: 28751
Status: In Stock
$435.95
$359.95
Organize classroom materials while creating clearly defined learning spaces with the Carolina Birch 24" 5-Compartment Storage Unit. Featuring five spacious compartments, this shelf allows educators to neatly organize books, manipulatives, baskets, and learning materials. At 24" high, children can independently access and return materials, encouraging responsibility, self-help skills, and smoother classroom routines. The spacious top surface can also double as a play or activity area. Crafted from durable birch plywood with rounded, child-safe edges, this storage unit is built to withstand daily classroom use. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not clean with cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 48"W x 24"H x 15"D. Top cubbies measure 23.1"W x 10.1"H x 13.6"D. Bottom cubbies measure 15.1"W x 10.1"H x 13.6"D. Contents not included. Ships fully assembled.
Up and Down Toddler Loft
Item: 90980
Status: In Stock
$2,477.95
18 months & up. Create a multi-level sensory environment that's just the right size for toddlers to explore. The Up and Down Toddler Loft creates a sizeable gross motor play area within a small footprint. A curved, laminate slide helps toddlers experience gravity and motion while sliding or climbing. Designed with sturdy birch plywood construction and plastic accents in the contemporary color palette, this toddler-sized space provides an open, inviting area for dramatic play and exploration. Soft, yet durable carpet on the steps and platform protects toddlers' hands and knees while crawling and climbing. Impact-resistant, clear acrylic windows offer convenient observation areas for toddlers and adults alike. Finished panels on all sides allow the lofts to be placed in any area of the classroom. Help build confidence in young climbers while they navigate their terrain. Measures 71"W x 42"H x 71"D. 5-year warranty.
Waddler Explorer Loft
Item: 71217
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$3,280.95
Waddlers and Toddlers will enjoy this fun compact exploring loft as they learn new ways to move. Providers you can watch easily through the Plexiglas panels by keeping an eye out. They can crawl up the wide steps, play on the platform area, and slide down the ramp. Close off an area easily by inserting a removable wooden panel. 39.75"H x 55.75"W x 53.75"L. To maintain stability and performance, install this item in one location and avoid moving it once set up.<br />   
Dramatic Play Toddler Loft
Item: 91007
Status: In Stock
$2,777.95
18 months & up. Create a multi-level sensory environment that's just the right size for toddlers to explore. The Dramatic play loft combines gross motor and dramatic play in a compact play space. A toddler-sized kitchen is connected to a multi-level sidewalk with large acrylic windows to observe or interact with other children. Designed with sturdy birch plywood construction and plastic accents in the contemporary color palette, this toddler-sized space provides an open, inviting area for dramatic play and exploration. Soft, yet durable carpet on the steps and platform is easy to clean and protects toddlers' hands and knees while crawling and climbing. Impact-resistant, clear acrylic windows offer convenient observation areas for toddlers and adults alike. Help build confidence in young climbers while they navigate their terrain. Finished panels on all sides allow the lofts to be placed in any area of the classroom. Measures 94"W x 36"H x 46"D. 5-year warranty.
Fold and Carry Floor Mat
Item: 300481
Status: In Stock
$319.95
6 months & up. Provide a comfortable, easy-to-clean space for floor activities in the classroom using the Fold and Carry Floor Mat. Designed to be used by very young children and adults, this versatile mat is the perfect place for gross motor activities. Conveniently fold mat for storage, using the durable handles for easy mobility. Measures 48"L x 96"W x 2"H.
Carolina Changing Table with Stairs
Item: 91136
Status: In Stock
$1,550.95
Provide a comfortable place for care with the Carolina Changing Table with Stairs. This sturdy changing table has a 7" plastic top that will keep little ones safe while caregivers change them. The pull-out steps empower children to get on the table themselves, and the spacious storage cabinet offers a convenient place for diapers and other essential supplies. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 46.5"W x 37"H x 23"D. 50 lb. weight limit. Minor assembly required.
Exploration Wall Mirror
Item: 37800
Status: In Stock
$279.95
6 months & up. Mirrors are important tools that foster a young child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity and cognitive development. Encourage crawling children and early walkers to pull themselves up using the sturdy wooden bar and discover themselves in the variety of mirrors. Leaf details add interesting and welcoming biophilic elements to the classroom. Mirror measures 40"L x 24"W x 4"D.
Curious Crawler Mirrored Play Table
Item: 37798
Status: In Stock
$315.95
6 months & up. Mirrors are important tools that foster a young child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity and cognitive development. Made from durable birch plywood and safe, shatterproof acrylic mirrors, this unique play space encourages a young child's coordination and confidence as they crawl and move around. May see hairline scratches over time. Measures 8"H x 24" Diameter.
Maple Changing Table with Stairs
Item: 91135
Status: In Stock
$1,824.95
Locking, shelved storage and pull-out, locking stairs in rich maple wood provides everything needed in a changing station. Suggested use for children up to three and a half years old and up to 50 lbs. Use with our changing table pad (item #91133) and 225'L x 18"W changing table paper rolls (item #87207), each sold separately. Wooden table has a 7" deep plastic molded top. Changing table measures 46.5"W x 37"H x  23"D. Minor assembly required. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.
Nature Color Chunky 30" x 36" Rectangle Table with Adjustable Legs
Item: 84762GP
Status: In Stock
$269.95
$229.95
Support collaborative learning and hands-on exploration with the Nature Color Chunky Rectangle Table. With a spacious rectangular work surface, this versatile classroom table provides ample room for small-group instruction, art projects, meals, and everyday learning activities. Adjustable legs allow educators to customize the table height to meet the needs of different age groups and classroom configurations, providing flexibility as learning environments evolve. Features a 1.25" thick top with easy-to-clean high-pressure laminate, soft, rounded edges, and reinforced leg brackets. Color-coordinated legs are made of powder-coated tubing with glide tips, and easily adjust in 1" increments. Designed for durability and daily use, this table helps create organized, engaging spaces that encourage communication, cooperation, and active participation. Clean with a mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Seats 4.
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Carolina 2-Shelf Storage Unit - Acrylic Back
Item: 81280
Status: In Stock
$379.95
No child is out of your vision when you have this two shelf storage unit. Clear acrylic panel on the back allows you to see through to the other learning areas. Perfect for organizing your classroom centers. 36"W x 24"H x 15"D. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.
Activity Mirror Display Center 2
Item: 301397
Status: In Stock
$249.95
Mirrors are important tools that foster a young child's self-awareness, self-esteem, intellectual curiosity, and cognitive development. The Activity Mirror Display Center offers a captivating experience for young children, inviting them to explore their reflections and engage with images on the surrounding panels. Each plexiglass panel can be used as a write-on/wipe-off board, or used to hold images of children, drawings, and more. The visual stimulation provided by images on the panels at the same time as their reflection in the mirror promotes development as children identify objects, colors, shapes, facial expressions, and more. Features a shatter-resistant acrylic mirror and a birch plywood frame. Entire unit measures 60"W x 27"H x 1.25"D
Reading Tree Nook 360 Degree
Item: 302190
Status: In Stock
$3,100.95
18 months & up. Foster a child's innate enthusiasm for the natural world with a life-size Reading Tree Nook. This natural, calming tree shelf creates a warm invitation for children to get cozy and enjoy moments of quiet respite. A comfortable, cushioned nook built into the "trunk" of the tree, shelves for books and toys, and rows of branches create a beautiful functional biophilic environment. Made from sturdy birch plywood, this unit easily withstands rigorous, everyday classroom use. 180 Degree Reading Trees must be mounted to each other or to the wall to ensure stability. Mounting hardware not included. Full 360 Degree Kit measures 248"W x 90"H x 248"D at the widest parts of the branches. Base measures 68"W x 68"D.
Reading Tree Nook 180 Degree
Item: 302189
Status: In Stock
$1,550.95
Foster a child's innate enthusiasm for the natural world with a life-size Reading Tree Nook. This natural, calming tree shelf creates a warm invitation for children to get cozy and enjoy moments of quiet respite. A comfortable, cushioned nook built into the "trunk" of the tree, shelves for books and toys, and rows of branches create a beautiful, functional biophilic environment. Made from sturdy birch plywood, this unit easily withstands rigorous, everyday classroom use. Leaves are made of EVA Material. Must be secured to the wall or to another 180 Degree reading tree to ensure proper stability. Wall mounting hardware not included. One half-unit measures 124"W x 90"H x 124"D at the widest parts of the branches. Base measures 68"W x 34"D. Ships ready to assemble. 
Carolina Laminate 30" x 48"  Rectangle Table with Adjustable Legs
Item: 33576P
Status: In Stock
$285.95
6 months & up. These high-pressure Carolina laminate tables feature: 1.25" thick core with a high-pressure laminate surface for cleanliness and wear resistance, thermally fused edge banding with matching wood-grain print, Gator-Ply® backer board underside seals out moisture and germs, sturdy plastic leg supports prevent warping or loosening of legs, powder-coated metal legs (adjustable in 1" increments), non-marring nylon leveling glides, and quick and easy leg assembly and adjustment. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Seats 6.
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Carolina Toddler Couch and Chair
Item: 32841P
Status: In Stock
$203.95 - $505.95
This beautifully designed couch and chair set is constructed from Carolina Birch and features a 2" foam back and seat cushion upholstered with an easy-to-clean polyurethane fabric. Couch measures 31"W x 15"H x 14"D and chair measures 14"W x 15"H x 14"D. Seat height 7"H. Available separately or as a set. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.
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Premium Solid Maple Toddler Pull-Up Storage
Item: 1678
Status: In Stock
$399.95
The Premium Solid Maple Toddler Pull-Up Storage unit is a practical, compact storage solution that has explicit developmental benefits. Its child-friendly height enables toddlers to retrieve and return items without asking for help, and its mirrored panel will develop self-awareness and offer engaging visual stimulation. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 36"W x 16"H x 15"D. Cubbies measure 11.1"W x 11"H x 13.5"D. Contents not included.
Carolina Toddler Kitchen
Item: 92325P
Status: In Stock
$236.95 - $839.95
12 months & up. Create a complete dramatic play center where toddlers can explore everyday routines through imaginative, hands-on learning. The Carolina Toddler Kitchen Units include a stove, sink, and refrigerator, giving young children opportunities to prepare meals, organize groceries, clean up, and recreate familiar home experiences. As children engage in pretend play, they build language, creativity, problem-solving, and cognitive skills while developing independence through open-ended exploration. Thoughtfully sized for toddlers, each unit encourages easy access and collaborative play. Crafted from durable Carolina Birch plywood with an easy-to-clean finish. Fully assembled. Refrigerator measures 18"L x 16"W x 28"H. Stove and Sink measure 18"L x 15"W x 21"H each. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.
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Premium Solid Maple Toddler Kitchen Units
Item: 1713P
Status: In Stock
$234.95 - $884.95
12 months & up. Give toddlers an authentic kitchen experience with the Premium Solid Maple Toddler Kitchen Units. These units put everything toddlers need to cook a great meal at their disposal. Toddlers can get food out of the refrigerator, cook it on the range, and wash their dishes in the sink when they're done. Clean with a mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Available separately or in a set of 3.
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Carolina 4-Section Bench Cubby
Item: 31285
Status: In Stock
$379.95
Create an inspiring learning environment with attractive, strong, child-safe birch plywood classroom furniture. Our bench cubby is designed with 4 cubbies at the floor-level, ideal for storing shoes and bags. Top surface serves as a helpful bench for children to sit on while tying their shoes. Measures 48"W x 16"H x 15"D. Cubbies measure 11.125"W x 11.125"H x 13.25"D. Cushion sold separately (item #32875). Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.
Premium Solid Maple 4-Section Toddler Locker
Item: 1642
Status: In Stock
$679.95
Make space for toddlers' belongings with the Premium Solid Maple 4-Section Toddler Locker. Each section has a spacious shelf with two three-pronged hooks where toddlers can hang items such as jackets and backpacks. The locker's child-friendly height (32") enables toddlers to engage with the unit all by themselves, which will cultivate early independence. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 48"W x 32"H x 15"D. Top cubbies measure 11.1"W x 4"H x 13.5"D. Locker cubbies measure 11.1"W x 14.6"H x 13.5"D. Bottom cubbies measure 11.1"W x 6.5"H x 13.5"D. Baskets and bins sold separately.
Premium Solid Maple All-in-One Toddler Kitchen
Item: 1717
Status: In Stock
$825.95
12 months & up. The Premium Solid Maple All-in-One Toddler Kitchen has everything toddlers need to prepare their own meals, from getting food out of the refrigerator to cooking it on the stove to washing dishes after they're done. This meaningful dramatic play will expand toddlers' imaginations and further their cognitive development. Clean with a mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc. Measures 36"W x 28"H x 17"D. Top refrigerator compartment measures 10.6"W x 7.9"H x 14.7"D. Bottom refrigerator compartment measures 10.6"W x 13.8"H x 14.7"D. Underneath the stove, top cubby measures 6.7"W x 4.5"H x 14.7"D. Underneath the stove, bottom cubby measures 6.7"W x 6.2"H x 14.7"D. Underneath the sink, top cubby measures 15.8"W x 4"H x 14.7"D. Underneath the sink, bottom cubby measures 15.8"W x 6.2"H x 14.7"D.
Create-A-Space™ Room Design 3
Item: 70868
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$4,817.95
Do you need an area where you can divide your age group of children? This design will accomplish your goal. This is great for defining and building child-friendly spaces for playing and learning. With an easy to use owner's guide to show you how to assemble and construct your units together. Children will walk through the Garden Gate and encounter a new learning area that is inviting and they are able to see other children on the other side as they look through the clear Plexiglas panels. Total area needed for this design is 53'. Set up is easy with column posts and column connector tabs for a variety of layouts, Constructed of hard maple, these components are made to last. Features safe, rounded edges, strong construction, and a finish that resists stains making it very easy to clean.
Carolina Toddler All-in-One Kitchen
Item: 90979
Status: In Stock
$805.95
12 months & up. Cultivate rich dramatic play experiences with the Toddler All-in-One Kitchen! The perfect fit for any classroom, this kitchen set was built for play using durable, child-safe Carolina Birch plywood. Designed to engage young learners, this set will inspire imaginations with realistic kitchen features like a stove top complete with two inset plastic burners, tactile handles and knobs for authentic play on the stove and sink, and a lifelike refrigerator just like you'd find at home. Budding chefs will love whipping up their next pretend culinary masterpiece in this interactive and inspiring kitchen! Lifetime warranty. Countertop measures 18" high. Measures 36"W x 28"H x 17"D. Accessories shown not included. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not clean with cleansers, bleach, etc.