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The Best Activity Table for Toddlers

Activity tables give toddlers a great chance to explore in a safe and contained area. The market offers a wide variety of tables -- from those specialized for sand or water, to basic wooden tables for coloring or painting. Specialized tables for Lego building or sensory experiences are also available for the toddler (age 1 to 3) group. Before purchasing a table, identify your needs. Then, look for a table that is sturdy and easy to clean.
  1. Best Overall

    • TAG's Toddler Activity Table offers a sturdy wooden construction with an easy-clean surface. The table is 18 inches high -- a perfect height for toddlers. The surface is 36 inches long and 24 inches wide with a raised edge to prevent toys from sliding off. The table works very well for a wide variety of toys, from building blocks to cars. Its washable surface makes it a great choice for art activities, including finger-painting. The table also has built-in storage areas. The TAG Toddler Activity Table costs more than some others; it will ring in around $150.

    Best Wooden Activity Table

    • This one isn't cheap, but it is by far the cutest wooden activity table. Designed for the older toddler, this safari-themed table is painted with a jungle theme and comes with chairs painted with zebra, elephant, lion and giraffe detail. The table measures 29 by 19 by 17 inches, and the stools are 20 inches high. You will pay about $250 for this table online, from Best Wooden Toys.

    Best Sand Table

    • Sand and water tables are often interchangeable. Kaplan offers a clear sand/water table for toddlers 18 months and up. It is 34.75 inches long and 25.5 inches wide and comes with an adjustable wheeled stand. The table is equipped with a cover and a drain plug to make cleanup simple. Step 2 offers a sand-only table that holds 40 pounds of sand and comes with a lid.

    Best Water Table

    • The water wheel on Step 2's water table offers toddlers not just a peek at the concepts they will begin to learn, but also a chance to explore the dynamics of water. This table is sturdy, requires little setup, and holds up to four gallons of water. A drain plug makes cleanup a cinch. The table comes with a few accessories: a cup, two sailboats and the wheel itself. Toddlers will fit this table, measuring 27.875 inches long, by 31.5 inches high and 31.5 inches deep. All water activity tables are best used outside, but can be used inside with an absorbent mat placed underneath to prevent falls.

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