Following is a rant about a topic about which I have strong views: chairs and tables. Please understand that it’s a ‘for-what-it’s-worth’ rant that I hope will provoke discussion and debate. I don’t care if they do it at Reggio Emilia and in some of our most impressively furnished early education and care services. It doesn’t matter that educators’ intentions are to show respect, approximate how things are at home or support children’s sense of agency. Good intentions do not necessarily result in good practice. Early in my work in infant-toddler education and care I learned about the importance of child-sized and child-appropriate furniture. In those ancient times there wasn’t much furniture available that took into account the height, body proportions and skills of very young children. It was common to see babies and toddlers trying to eat independently at tables where the food was at their eye level (or close to it) and sitting in chairs with their feet and legs dangling in midair.
Furniture and equipment manufacturers eventually started catering for very young children, making it possible to provide environments fit for them instead of environments that were better suited to older children. In some places ground has been lost in creating the best environments to support babies’ and toddlers’ learning. Educators’ reasoning may be different, but the impact is same. Some important requirements for tables and seating for very young children are that feet can touch the floor or rest on a rung or crosspiece. children can seat themselves (although I realise that’s not possible with high chairs, which I’m not opposed to, depending on their placement). if children are under two years (or maybe even a bit older), the chair encompasses them – in other words, they don’t have to worry about falling off (and are not likely to do so). there is a back to lean on. the table surface is slightly above waist height. Feeling physically uncomfortable and insecure interferes with learning.
If you doubt that, try sitting with your legs dangling in midair for a long time. Try eating at a table that puts food close to eye level. I don’t feel respected when I go into a café and have to sit on seats with no backs. I don’t think ‘Oh, that’s good, they’re treating me like a young person’. I enjoy my time much more when there’s something to lean against. This seating phenomenon may be well intended but I think it’s misguided. Educators enact respect through catering for individual strengths, needs and interests and providing the most inclusive environment possible for each child, one that enables pleasurable learning opportunities in a relaxed setting. Feet dangling in midair, needing to concentrate on not falling out of the chair and food placed at eye level (or close to it) work against that kind of environment and interfere with agency. What are the positives in using ‘real’ furniture and equipment with children? How Did That Get in My Lunchbox?: The Story of Food
So you have a little bundle of joy on the way… congratulations! With that bitty baby comes a boatload of equipment to buy and one of the big purchases you’re about to make is a high chair. There are a lot of them on the market, but not all are going to work in your space. There’s no reason to sacrifice style for utility when it comes to your little one’s little throne — you can have both! These 10 beautiful high chairs combine form and function for a modern look that would look great in any dining room. 1. Ovo High Chair ($446): The solid beech wood legs of this chair and the tray table are adjustable to suit your needs — and chic to bring on the compliments! While this chair is on the pricier end, it might be a worthy investment for your baby and your space. 2. I’Coo Pharo High Chair ($179): Also made from beech wood, this chair is made to accommodate children up to 100 pounds, so you won’t need to switch out your furniture any time too soon. 3. Tripp-Trapp High Chair ($250): This super stylish chair comes in light blue as well, but we’re loving the modern look of the red.
It can adjust and suit kids up to five-years-old. 4. ANTILOP ($20): This inexpensive chair is simple and sophisticated. 5. Baby Bjorn Chair ($300): This ergonomic high chair will keep your little one comfortable while they’re learning proper table manners… and looking super fashionable! 6. Stokke Steps ($279): This chair has a lot of different set-ups but they all look chic and are a safe way to keep your little one seated. 7. Inglesina Club Highchair ($102): The seat of this chair is machine washable, guaranteeing that it will stay lookin’ good for years (and hand-me-downs!) to come. 8. Kuster K2 Chair ($175): We’re pretty sure our favorite part of this rad chair is the handy under-the-seat basket for convenient storage. 9. Poppy Plus Highchair ($126): This high chair converts into a toddler chair and table, meaning you’ll be able to hang onto this pretty piece of woodworking throughout your kid’s early years. 10. BLAMES ($60): Another IKEA find, this chair takes the classic modern black-and-white and runs with it, creating an intriguing silhouette.
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This is applicable across sellers. Product Dimensions59.2 x 47.4 x 16.8 cm Manufacturer's Minimum Suggested Age(months)6.0 #2,915 in Baby (See top 100) in Baby > Nursery > Furniture Date First Available9 April 2014 This item Delivered FREE in India with Super Saver Delivery. DetailsJack N Jill - Baby Car Seat - Convertible Car Seat from R for Rabbit This item Delivered FREE in India with Super Saver Delivery. This stylish and completely portable Sunshine Baby High Chair comes with harness and footrest from the brand Luv Lap. This highchair will provide comfort and safety to your childs need at mealtimes. Wipe clean fabric makes it easy to clean. Features: Dimension - 48 x 59 x 15 cm Easy for feeding Easy to clean upholstery Safety belt Foot rest Tray Contents - One High Chair With Safety Belt Ages 6+ months Note : The product comes in various attractive colors. The one which is available will be shipped to you. All the products sale on Yapaa are Brand New.