Tidy Books® Kids Book Shelves (Age 0-10) Childrens Wooden Bookcase, Montessori Bookshelf, Front Facing Bookcase, 115 X 77 X 7 cm, Wood, Ivory, Eco Friendly, Handmade, The Original since 2004.

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As with all furniture in a home with children, make sure you secure this item to the wall after you build it.

Montessori bookshelves have the books facing forward on each shelf. They stay on the shelf by leaning, thanks to a small lip that rises up from the shelf below it. We designed our forward facing bookshelf to include a small platform at the top, where you child can put figurines or display different toys. Another perk of this shelving system is that it's easy for me to rotate out books and update the display to coincide with the new season or upcoming holiday. Because the books' covers face out, it's clearer to me which titles we've been reading for a while, and when it's time to freshen up the selection. If I'm tired of staring at the same book covers day after day, my daughter undoubtedly is as well. You can buy front facing bookshelves in most furniture stores or opt for a DIY project. If you need forward facing bookshelf plans you will find many ideas on the internet and in a couple of hours you can make your own bookshelf. Salvaged wood, plywood – all these are a good option for a DIY project and you can have the bookshelf painted in any color that will work with the color scheme of the kids’ room. You can follow our plans for a DIY Montessori front-facing bookshelf to get the full dimensions and cuts! Step one: build shelves

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To build the bookshelf, you need to build four shelves and then connect them together with a lip on each shelf. Looking for a very traditional front facing bookshelf? This one comes in natural, many colors, and has a coordinating regular shelf, too! However, a traditional bookshelf that shows the spines of books facing out is not great for toddlers who don’t know how to read. They need to see the covers of their favorite books to recognize them!

If you are looking for a more unique shelf – this one has really pretty cut outs on the sides for a light & airy look. The forward-facing bookshelf is ideal for kids’ rooms, nurseries, preschools, and playrooms, making it easy for children to see and choose their desired books. The best thing about building your own forward-facing bookshelf is that you can customize it in the end. Add your own stain or paint colors to match the decor in your child’s playroom. Step four: secure to wall This style of book shelf is very popular with those following the Montessori style of child raising and playroom decorating.

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Montessori-inspired environments are becoming increasingly popular among parents and families who want to create a space that promotes exploration, independence, and creativity for their young children. Designed with simplicity in mind, the floor shelf is crafted from basic lumber available at most hardware stores, featuring simple joints and a beginner-friendly build. It’s also easier for your child to put their books away, compared to putting them onto a shelf in the traditional way. How to build a DIY Montessori bookshelf