7 Best Learning Towers for Kids in the Kitchen
You can give your toddler a boost with one of these, even if you have a small space.

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As part of the parenting trend toward all things Montessori (like Montessori toys for 1-year-olds and Montessori-inspired baby toy subscription boxes), parents are investing in learning towers. These structures are sturdy step stools with guardrails designed to boost toddlers and preschoolers high enough that they can watch parents work in the kitchen and even participate in safe "assisting."
"My boys, ages 2 and 4, love to help me stir, add ingredients and taste-test," said a mom who told us she owns two towers, one for each kid. Another said, "Our 23-month-old stands on one and we give her things for pretend-cooking, like a sweet potato and some chopsticks." A kid stays busy and close, and maybe picks up new skills and vocabulary.
The Good Housekeeping Institute interviewed parents and tested the top-sellers on the market. Regardless of which tower you choose, parents should supervise their child using one of these at all times. It takes some patience to teach kids to not climb on the sides of their tower or rock back and forth, which could tip a tower over. You also want to be sure they don't use it as a way to get to the stovetop.
Jessica (she/her) is a freelance writer with several decades of experience writing lifestyle content and evaluating home and parenting products. A mom of two teens and two cats, her previous work can be seen in American Baby and Parents.
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