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. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

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. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

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. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

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. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

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. 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 »

Bring the comfort of home to the classroom with this beautiful, nature-inspired carpet. The plush yarns create a warm and cozy area for children to snuggle up, play, and connect. Crafted from 100% stain-resistant nylon, the carpet is treated to guard against odor, mildew, mold, stains, and static shock. Class I Flammability Rating and Indoor Air Quality certification passed. 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. Woven from palm leaves with hemp-rope handles, this set of 3 storage baskets brings unique texture and a fun shape to the classroom. Use them to encourage sensory exploration and nature-inspired learning. Natural colors may vary. Large- 14"W x 10.5"H x 14"D. Medium- 10.5"W x 8"H x 10.5"D. Small- 8.5"W x 6"H x 8.5"D. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleansers, bleach, etc.

3 years & up. Influenced by Scandinavian kitchen design, this modern set features a butcher-block inspired countertop made of birch plywood, electroplated chrome goose-neck faucet, and farmhouse-inspired sink made of white ABS plastic. The metal oven-rack and faucet reinforce the collection's mission of using authentically-inspired and sensory-based materials to provide an engaging experience for learners. The farmhouse sink and realistic ABS plastic burners can be removed for easy cleaning… 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 »

3 years & up. The centerpiece of the Sense of Place Collection, the Fireplace serves as the central meeting point in the classroom, a place where children will gather in authentic learning, collaboration, and play. The solid birch mantel and white-laminated plywood shelves store books and display pictures and objects that reinforce children's natural connection to home. Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use cleaners, bleach, etc. Measures 52"W x 36"H x 19"D. Ships Fully Assembled.… More »

1 - 3 years. Constructed from a durable combination of FSC-sourced materials, the Sink and Refrigerator Kitchen merges each hallmark of this furniture collection into the perfect dramatic play space for infants and toddlers. Ramps, holes, cutouts for pass-through and multiple levels in the fridge promote children's movement and make this interactive special place for exploration, discovery and socialization. Designed to be used back-to-back with the Stove and Cupboard, the kitchen units in this… 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 »

1 - 3 years. Constructed from a durable combination of FSC-sourced materials, the Honeycomb Tunnel is a unique and versatile addition to any early childhood classroom. Young children, especially those who are crawling or just learning how to walk, are always on the move. Tunnels and pathways like the ones in this collection can provide them with exciting and interesting ways to navigate through their environments. Use this unit as a fun transition between areas in the classroom, or push it up against… 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 »

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 »

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 »

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.