Toddler Step Stools

Emily Hilton Interior Design Expert

Emily is a young, talented designer, whose professional interests gravitate towards kitchen and dining spaces. She prides herself on her attention to detail, obsession with functionality, and appreciation for craftsmanship.

Updated 15/05/2021

Kids are very independent. This is just a fact. And sometimes they really want to get those high items without your help. Or even do something as simple as washing their hands without having to ask for assistance. For these needs we offer a tremendous collection of toddler step stools that will help your little guy or girl do what they feel they need to do because they are a big kid now.

Buying Guide

Toddler step stools allow kids to reach the sink and brush their teeth a lot easier. They're even handy during potty training. When the height of a toddler is boosted by a stable step stool, the hassle on the kid’s part isn’t just negated. It also frees adults or parents the incessant bugging and whining of kids when they want to be carried to reach high spots around the house.

How to select the right step stool height for a toddler?

The furniture or the area that requires reaching by your little tot will have an impact on the right stool height for your child. Safe places that kids would want to reach are your kitchen counter, sink, and the toilet bowl.

Remember: you shouldn’t place hair products and medicines in areas where kids can access them. Instead, place them on higher shelves.

As soon as you get the height of the furniture or the area you would wish your kid to reach, it is time for you to get the appropriate height of the stepping stool. If you want to be safe with your buying decision, get a stool with an adjustable height feature. You can also opt for the tallest stool available online. The former option allows the kid to make use of the same step stool around the house.

What features to look for in toddler step stools?

Retractability. You would not want a step stool that will block the natural flow of traffic around your home. So, the best stool to get is one that can be tucked or stored away when it’s not needed. A retractable type will prove to be the best choice for you, especially if you have limited floor space. For spacious homes, the size won't matter.
Portability. Portability is also a factor that you’d need to consider if the stool will be used in more than one area of the house. The most portable step stools are ones that are made of plastic or metal. We advise you to filter your options using the two materials if your child will be carrying its stool up and down the stairs. If the child needs to carry the stool from one place to another, the stepping stool needs to be lightweight or at least at the weight that can be carried by the toddler easily.
Stability. It’s always a bad idea to sit on a wobbly or unstable chair or stand on a table that’s unbalanced. But, it’s even worse for kids as they have less muscle control. Adults can easily dodge a chair or table when it caves in with quick reflexes. The same can’t be said with a kid, so the stepping stool that’s right for it is one that’s stable and sturdy. It must not budge even when a child shifts as it may cause the kid to fall on the ground.

Now that you know what to consider when selecting the right stepping stool for a kid, you can proceed to shopping which should be fun and enjoyable after you’ve read our toddler step stool buying guide!