GUIDE TO INFANT-TODDLER FURNITURE

Worksheet #5

(Adapted from Lally and Stewart, 1990)

Chairs:  8 inches high for children under 30 months.

Tables: 12 to 14 inches high for children under 15 months; 16 to 18 inches high for children over 15 months.

Slides: 24 inches or less for children under 18 months; up to 3 feet for children 18 to 36 months.

Easels: 10 to 14 inches high, depending on the toddler's age and size.

Shelves: Less than 24 inches high so the children can reach the toys.

Steps: 4 to 5 inches high.

Mirrors: At floor level so the children can see themselves.

Riding toys: Easy for children to get on and off and to move.

Cribs: Rails at least 26 inches high, with secure latches that will not release acciden tally. The crib slats should be no more than 2 3/8 inches apart, and the mat tresses should be easy to keep clean and capable of being lowered.

Loft Platforms: No higher than 36 inches, with sides enclosed with Plexiglas panels or safe railings.