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When it comes to toddlers, there aren’t too many quiet moments of the day. (We’d venture a guess at, oh, maybe 15 minutes of silence?) One way to encourage toddlers to take a break (and give you a break, too) is by investing in a table and chairs specifically crafted for little ones — a toddler table and chairs set, in fact. “Toddler tables and chairs can be a great way to facilitate pretend play for your little one,” says Dr. Whitney Casares, board-certified pediatrician, maternal child health expert and author of the forthcoming book, Doing It All. Office Table Plywood
The options for toddler table and chairs sets are endless. Pretend tea time, snacks, art projects, building with blocks, the sky’s the limit. Not to mention the special feeling your little ones will get by having their very own space to play. Ready to give them their first dose of independence and a surface of their very own? Keep scrolling to find picks from some of our favorite brands, like Delta Children, Costzon, and Lalo. We can hear the shrieks of joy already.
Best overall: Costzon Kids Table and Chairs Set, $130 Best minimalist design: Lalo The Play Kit, $295 Best picnic table set: KidKraft Outdoor Table & Bench Set with Umbrella, $140 Best nesting set: Honey-Can-Do Nesting Table and Chairs, $75 Best value: Baby Relax Hunter 3-Piece Set, $59 Most affordable: Humble Crew Plastic Set, $57 Best ranked on Amazon: Delta Children Wood Table and Chairs Set, $61 Best wood: Tansole Wood Table and Chairs Set, $35 Best square: Melissa & Doug Solid Wood Table and Chairs Set, $126 Best round: Guidecraft Nordic Table and Chairs Set, $130 Most colorful: EC44Kids Bentwood Round Table and Curved Back Chair Set, $180 Most adorable: UTEX Wood Table and Chair Set, $76 Best set with storage:Toffy & Friends Wooden Storage Table and Chairs Set, $140
Simply put? When your kids are toddlers, that’s a good time to invest in a toddler table and chairs set. Having a set like this for your children helps them with a host of activities and learning moments. “They can be great for learning fundamental skills like sitting properly in a chair and cleaning up messes after mealtimes,” recommends Casares.
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Easier is definitely better when it comes to putting together a toddler table and chairs set.
Let’s face it — kids can be messy. Can the material be easily cleaned?
Some toddler table and chairs sets come with extra storage — perfect if you want a place to stow toys, books, and games.
While a toddler table and chairs set isn’t necessarily a must, it’s certainly something to consider adding to your home. “They provide a comfortable place for young kids to play, imagine, and eat,” Casares says. Plus, they’re easier for youngsters to navigate sitting at by themselves, and they don’t take up too much space.
It really comes down to personal preference. If you’d like a separate space for your toddlers to learn, play, and grow, a toddler table and chairs set is a great option for you to add to your home. While Casares says they work for some families, the extra space they take up may not be something everyone can accommodate. “The choice to purchase a toddler table and chairs set is completely personal,” she says. “Some parents love having unique, separate spaces for their little ones.”
Dr. Whitney Casares, board-certified pediatrician, maternal child health expert and author of the forthcoming book, Doing It All
With a multipurpose tabletop (one side is a blackboard, the other is wood), storage spaces underneath the table and chairs, and a sturdy yet lightweight design, it’s no wonder this Costzon table and chairs set is the stuff of kids’ dreams. It’s also super compact when not in use, since the chairs scoot directly underneath the table edges. The only problem is, will your toddlers ever want to stop drawing on the blackboard side with chalk? (Probably not.) Pros: Very compact Multifunctional design Sturdy Multiple color options Cons: A bit on the pricier side Material: Wood Table dimensions: 23.5” x 23.5” x 19” Chair dimensions: 12” x 11” x 20.5”
Just because the design is on the minimalist side, it doesn’t mean this Lalo table and chairs set isn’t made to wow your toddlers just the same (it’s also easy on the eyes, so if you’re looking for kid furniture that looks, well, elegant, this is your best bet). With two different table colors and five chair colors, there are multiple combinations to choose from. The beech wood is also easy to clean, so unsightly spills can become a thing of the past. You can add on more chairs, too ($162 for a set of two), in case the two that come with the set need some extra friends. Pros: Multiple color combinations to choose from Comfortable rounded chairs Easy to clean Lightweight Cons: Long shipping window Expensive Assembly required Material: Beech wood Table dimensions: 23 ⅝” x 23 ⅝” x 19 ⅛” Chair dimensions: 16” x 16” x 23”
Want your tykes to snag a spot outside, too? This KidKraft picnic table set is the way to go. The umbrella protects their sensitive skin from harmful UV rays, and the wood is weather resistant (so it holds up in multiple climates). The miniature benches slide right under the table when it’s not in use, which means your patio stays sleek when the kids are indoors. Pros: Weather-resistant wood Easy to put together with preassembled panels Umbrella can be folded down Cons: Heavy Benches may not be as comfortable as chairs Material: Sanmu wood Table dimensions: 32” x 30” x 18.75” Bench dimensions: 15.25” x 11.5” x 9”
From the four colorful chairs to the intriguingly unique design, this Honey-Can-Do set is one the whole family will love (even if the kids are the only ones using it). Each chair features a compartment to house books, art supplies, games, and other toddler treats; then they nest comfortably within the table when the kids are finished for the day. Pros: Unique design Chairs nest easily within table for compact storage Cons: A bit heavy Assembly required Material: Engineered wood Table dimensions: 21.7” x 21.7” x 19.9” Chair dimensions: Not listed
At less than $60, this three-piece set from Baby Relax will help you … well, relax, when it comes to the price, that is. (We can’t help when it comes to active toddlers.) The farmhouse-inspired design is sleek yet rustic, there’s minimal assembly required, and the tabletop is easily wiped down following any messes. Pros: Lightweight Inexpensive Easy assembly Cons: No stackable or nesting capability Some colorways are more expensive Material: Wood Table dimensions: 25.25” x 19.12” x 17.87” Chair dimensions: 11.25” x 11.25” x 19.87”
Bright and colorful, sturdy plastic, a design with four chairs and a table — when it comes to Humble Crew’s toddler table and chairs set, it’s easy to get googly eyes. (Just save a few for the kids’ art projects.) The 50-pound weight capacity per chair means your toddlers can grow without sacrificing the set’s utility. And, since the table weighs just over 10 pounds, it’s easily toteable from the playroom to the living room. Pros: Six different color options Easy, snap-together assembly Chairs hold up to 50 pounds each Lightweight design Cons: Not as sleek as some other designs Plastic may not work for all families Material: Plastic Table dimensions: 20” x 20” x 17” Chair dimensions: 12” x 11” x 18”
Ranking in the top five of Amazon’s best-selling kids’ table and chair sets, Delta Children’s wood set really does it all. The table features rounded edges, which means fewer painful accidents, and the design is minimal yet sturdy. Simply wipe it down with a damp cloth before bedtime, and it will be good as new for playtime the next day. Pros: Chairs hold up to 50 pounds Table has rounded corners Cons: Assembly required Material: Wood Table dimensions: 23.5” x 23.5” x 19.625” Chair dimensions: 10” x 11.5” x 20”
Chairs that look like a monkey and a lion. We repeat, chairs that look like a monkey and a lion. If that isn’t the most adorable thing you’ve ever seen, then keep scrolling right past this toddler table and chairs set from Tansole. If you are intrigued, though — and why wouldn’t you be? — we’re here to tell you it comes with a rectangular table, installation is simple, and it’s water resistant. Sold. Pros: Super cute design Inexpensive Water-resistant and easy to clean Table features rounded corners Chairs hold up to 160 pounds Cons: Table design is quite simple Material: Wood Table dimensions: 23.6” x 23.6” x 17.3” Chair dimensions: 13.4” x 13.4” x 20.1”
When shopping for your toddler, it’s tough not to think of Melissa & Doug. The solid wood table and chairs set is another standout from the brand, thanks to its simplistic design, solid chairs, and surface meant to service everything from playtime to snacktime. It’s such a standout, your kids may not want to get up once they take a seat. Pros: Substantial and sturdy design Surface is meant for a variety of activities Available in three different colors Cons: Design may be too simple for some shoppers A bit heavy Assembly required Material: Wood Table dimensions: 28” x 22.5” x 6.25” Chair dimensions: 24.75” high with an 11” seat height
While many toddler table and chairs sets are square, this round design by Guidecraft turns things on its side (or arc, as it will). It comes in three different neutral colors — gray, natural, and white — and the table and stools, both in birch plywood, are rounded. The stools even stack on top of one another and fit underneath the table when they’re not being used. Talk about a well-rounded design. (Pun intended.) Pros: Unique round design Stools stack underneath table when not in use Supports up to 100 pounds Cons: Assembly required Material: Birch plywood Table dimensions: 20.5” x 27.5” x 27.5” Chair dimensions: 10” x 10” x 12”
With four vibrant primary and secondary colors and its sleek round design, the ECR4Kids Bentwood set will have your toddlers running to snag their favorite spot at the table. The birch plywood is scratch-proof, thanks to a tough UV lacquer sealing the surface. The set is finished with rounded edges and felt glides. Playtime just got a lot more fun. Pros: Colorful chairs Wood is sealed and scratch-proof Felt glides to prevent floor scratches Cons: Expensive Material: Birch plywood Table dimensions: 20.5” x 29.5” x 29.5” Chair dimensions: 20.5” x 12.2” x 13.8”
With four unbelievably cute designs, this UTEX toddler table and chairs set is so adorable, we find it hard not to want one in an adult size, too. Choose from chairs shaped like bears, butterflies and rabbits, crowns, or simple round tops for a set that puts the “fun” in functional. The mix of pine and artificial wood feature a wear-resistant surface, while the table and chairs both have rounded corners. Playtime awaits! Pros: Four designs to choose from Scratch resistant Cons: Assembly required A bit pricey Material: Pine and artificial wood Table dimensions: 23.62” x 23.62” x 17.52” Chair dimensions: 11.18” x 10.31” x 19.29”
Arts and crafts are great and all, but how about when it’s time for dinner? This Toffy & Friends set’s got it covered — both the table and chairs feature compartments to store your little ones’ precious supplies easily and quickly before bedtime. Plus, the table has a flippable top with a whiteboard on one side and a chalkboard on the other, which means the options for art projects are endless. Game, set, match. Pros: Table has flippable whiteboard and chalkboard Storage compartments in table and chairs Chairs can be stored very close to the table to save space Cons: Not made from real wood A bit pricey Material: Medium-density fiberboard Table dimensions: 23.6” x 23.6” x 19.5” Chair dimensions: 12.2” x 11.4” x 17.7”
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