Reversible Chair and Play Table Set

Toddlers can begin using a table and chair around the time they can walk steadily. For most children, this is between 12 and 18 months of age.

Getting your child a toddler table and chair as soon as they’re ready can boost independence and confidence. Additionally, a play table and chair set encourages motor skill development as your child moves the chairs around and uses the space for arts, crafts, play, snacks, and more.

A Montessori table is a child-sized table and chairs, typically made of natural wood. Dr. Montessori was one of the first people to create child-sized furniture. She noticed children benefit from being able to arrange and use furniture independently.

To use a Montessori table and chair the Montessori way, show your child how to pull out and push in the chair. Also, encourage your child to care for their space by putting art supplies, dishes, and/or toys away after using the table.

The best table shape for toddlers is a shape that makes it easy for them to work. Rectangles and squares are ideal shapes for toddler tables, as children can easily work on a drawing or read a book, lining up with the edge of the table. Also, these shapes make it easy to see where the chairs belong. Ultimately, any table shape works well for toddlers as long as the table height is comfortable and matches the chairs.

A weaning table is a small baby table and chair set designed for little ones who are starting to eat solid foods. An alternative to a high chair, typically, babies transfer to a weaning table around 12 to 18 months. A weaning table can be worth it for many families, as this set-up fosters independence and facilitates peaceful mealtimes.

Any small toddler table and chair set can serve as a weaning table. Our Reversible Chair and Table Set features a chair with 3 height options so it grows with your child. The lowest height is ideal for 1 to 2-year-olds, making it an excellent weaning table option.

The Montessori method of weaning prioritizes independence and respect for the child. Instead of using a high chair and spoon-feeding, children use a weaning table, real dishes and cutlery, and open cups. Often combined with baby-led weaning (BLW), little ones self-feed safe foods.

When able, babies sit at a baby table and chair set so that they can get up independently when finished. Also, children practice using cutlery, dishes, and a very small glass cup. By using real table items, babies learn to participate in family mealtimes and achieve greater independence.

The Reversible Rainbow Chair and Play Table are made from sustainably sourced FSC® European solid beech wood. We use a 0-VOC water-based finish that is formaldehyde, phthalate, substances/lead free. Natural wood offers a warm, organic feel that ages beautifully. With variations in the grain, the exact appearance may differ slightly from one piece to another.

The best time to transition a toddler from a high chair to a table is typically between 12 and 18 months of age. At this time, children can sit without assistance. A popular choice is to use a weaning table, or a small toddler table and chair set, that fosters independent mealtimes.

Every family is different, and some prefer to transition their toddler to the table when they are slightly older, when they are 2 or 3 years old. Transitioning your toddler at a younger age can encourage independence, teach mealtime etiquette, and limit frustration.

The best time to stop using a highchair is between 12 to 18 months, or when your toddler starts showing signs of frustration. You can transition your toddler to a toddler table and chair set that allows independence at mealtimes. This way, your child can eat meals at a child-sized table and get up when they’re finished eating, limiting frustration. Sitting at a table teaches mealtime etiquette and independence, fostering positive eating routines.

The Reversible Rainbow Chair comes assembled, while the Play Table is flat-packed and requires assembly. You can find assembly instructions for all products here.