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List of Suggested Montessori Furniture for Montessori Classrooms by Michael Dorer Revised: November 1, 2016
November 1, 2016 ©Michael Dorer
Introduction to the Montessori Furniture Lists The furniture lists that follow are offered for reference purposes. The first list is for the Toddler/Emerging level of Montessori. The second list is for the Early Childhood level of Montessori. The third list is for the Lower Elementary (6-9) level of Montessori and the final list is for the Upper Elementary (9-12) level of Montessori. The lists for each level, except Toddler/Emerging are divided into Material Stands and Furniture. The Toddler/Emerging level has Material Stands and Furniture merged as one list. I have indicated several new items that I believe could be built by Cache’s team at Paragon Builders. These include the Farm Table and the Doll House Table in Early Childhood Material Stands and in Lower Elementary Material Stands. Another new item will be Floor Tables (Chowkies) sized larger for Upper Elementary and smaller for Toddlers. Finally, I have indicated the MLG Chart Stand in both Lower Elementary and Upper Elementary Material Stands and I have highlighted all new Paragon Builders suggestions in yellow. I definitely want so speak with Doran or Cache about these items when I am in Salt Lake City. The six-place locker with doors is a cubby for children's coats and outerwear. They are listed in Early Childhood Furniture. However, Gonzagarredi does not make them sized for elementary aged children. Community Playthings does make a nice locker that could be an alternative for elementary children. It is called Four-Space Locker w/ Baskets and is number A751. Finally, there is a Teacher’s Presentation Table (Horseshoe) shown in the Upper Elementary Furniture. This is a bit of a judgment call. Some Upper elementary teachers like a table like this in addition to the platform for presentations. This is often especially good in multiple teacher classrooms. Other teachers are satisfied with only a platform. I recommend it only for Upper Elementary, if at all. The Toddler and Emerging lists were based on furniture I observed and measured in several Toddler classrooms, as well as the Emerging classroom at Elizabeth Academy, in Salt Lake City. I also received guidance from several Infant-Toddler practitioners and used lists from Juliana Group, Nienhuis, AMS, and MEPI.
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I have not indicated cots for napping, storage units for napping, or changing tables. These items could be added if desired. The columns labeled Number indicate my recommendation of how many of that item should be procured. In that column the entry optional means that it is entirely up to the school and teachers whether or not to acquire that item. The entry suggested is a bit stronger. It means that it is recommended to get although not essential. A numeral such as 1 or 2 means do get that number of that item. When ordering any materials or furniture, be sure to check the order numbers and the current prices as these do change . Be sure to order very early to guarantee delivery. Please call me at 651-353-2109 or e-mail at
[email protected] with any comments or questions. I want to help. Please do call me with anything.
Michael Dorer
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Toddler Furniture and Material Stand Suggested Toddler Classroom Furniture Arrangement Based on 14 - 15 Students ages 16 months-30 or 36 months Name
Vendor
Number
Length
Depth
Height
First Year per Classroom
Shelving Unit, Two Tier (closed back) with casters
Gonzagarredi
1AM.25.10T1
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
23 in.
10
Divider Unit, Two Tier (semi-open back) with casters
Gonzagarredi
1AM.25.11T1
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
23 in.
10
2-tier shelf corner unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.15T1
16 in.
x
17 in.
x
23 in.
1
18” Square Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.02G2
25 in.
x
25 in.
x
18 in.
2
16” Square Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.02T2
25 in.
x
25 in.
x
16 in.
2
16” Round Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.28.1T 1
35 in.
diameter
16 in.
1
18” Round Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.28.1G 1
35 in.
diameter
18 in.
1
9” Peg-Leg Chair without Arms
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.52G1
13 in
x
13 in
x
9 in
8
12” Peg-Leg Chair without Arms
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.60G2
13 in
x
13 in
x
12in
6
Stacking Floor Tables (Chowkies)
Paragon Builders
NA
15 in.
x
12 in.
x
6 in.
3 (one stack)
Toddler Handwashing Table
LORD
T-460
24 in.
x
17 in.
x
16 in.
1
Cloth Washing Stand
LORD
T-440
31 in.
x
14 in.
x
18 in.
1
Toddler Dishwashing
LORD
T-449
24 in.
x
17 in.
x
16 in.
1
Mini Art Island
Community Playthings
H505
28 in.
x
25 in.
x
33.5 in.
1
Rocking Boat
Community Playthings
H505
48 in.
x
24 in.
x
14 in.
1
Comfy Chair (Blue)
Gonzagarredi
1AM.27.88
14in.
x
19 in.
x
10 in.
1
Settee (Blue)
Gonzagarredi
1AM.27.86
28 in.
x
19 in.
x
10 in.
2
15 pigeon hole cupboard unit (modified to be 9 pigeon hole cupboard unit)
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.27 Modified
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
2
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Name
Number
Small Drawer1
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.70
12 in.
x
15 in.
x
5 in.
18
Book Display Unit on Wheels
Gonzagarredi
1BL.74.25
24 in.
x
24 in.
x
24 in.
1
Wall Mirror
Gonzagarredi
1AM.28.13
36 in.
x
N/A
x
47in.
1
Hardwood Clothesline Stand
Montessori Services
W42
23 in.
x
15
x
23 in.
1
Basket to Hold Work Rugs
Local
N/A
36-40” in x
24-30 in.
x
N/A
2
Paragon Builders
NA
24 in.
10 in.
x
N/A
optional
Brown Stair Stand
Length
Depth
x
Height
First Year per Classroom
Vendor
Cupboard with two doors
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.42
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
75 in.
1
Toddler Cubby 4 w/ Totes or Baskets
Community Playthings
A259
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
3
Toddler Cubby 2 w/ Totes or Baskets
Community Playthings
A257
25 in
x
15 in
X
40 in
1
Kiddie Car
Community Playthings
T12
22 in
x
20 in
X
40 in
optional
Model 1 Classic Kit (or similar play structure)
Community Playthings
L220
77 in
x
77 in
X
N/A
1
Lower Bulletin Panel L176
Community Playthings
L176
N/A
x
N/A
X
28
1
Lower Panel Mirror Cover
Community Playthings
L185
N/A
x
N/A
X
N/A
1
Toddler Low to the Ground Tunnel
http://www.whitne ybros.com
WB0952
20 in
x
17 in
x
20 in
1
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.28.02
63 in
x
18 in
x
31 in
optional
Stepped Bridge
Notes on Toddler Furniture: 1. Most Toddler classrooms also are equipped with one or two adult chairs per classroom, such as 1AM.24.74 (16 x 16 x 18). For each of these adult chairs also order Cushion for Adult Chair 1.AM.24.76.
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These fit into the 15 pigeon hole cupboard.
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Emerging Furniture The usual Toddler age range in most Montessori Centers is limited by state regulation at 16 or 18 months up to 30 or 36 months. However, in certain schools, the range is extended to older children with special needs, making the class not just a Toddler class but a Toddler plus environment, called Emerging. I suggest some basic simple altered furniture for the emerging class. Chairs, tables, and shelves need to be taller for the older children. Some of the shorter furniture may be replaced with taller furniture. I have listed no numbers per classroom since all of this furniture is essentially optional. Allocation of furniture will depend upon the ages of the older children (if any) and their developmental levels. Any of the furniture listed below may be added to the Toddler set or substituted for some of the Toddler furniture to equip an Emerging classroom.
Name
Vendor
Number
Shelving Unit, Two Tier (closed back) with casters
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.10
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
28 in.
Divider Unit, Two Tier (semi-open back) with casters
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.11
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
28 in.
2-tier shelf corner unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.15T1
16 in.
x
17 in.
x
23 in.
2-tier shelf corner unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.15
16 in.
x
17 in.
x
28 in.
Child’s Individual Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.09G2
22 in.
x
22 in.
x
21 in.
Square Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.02G2
25 in.
x
25 in.
x
21 in.
Trapezoidal Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.18G2
50 in.
x
25 in.
x
21 in.
Round Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.30G2
50 in.
12” seat height chair
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.69G2
12 in.
Nienhuis
1.632.00
14
Stand for Dressing Frames
Length
Depth
Height
diameter x x
x
13 in.
x
12 in.
14 in.
x
N/A
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Early Childhood Material Stands First Year Second per Year per Classroom Classroom
Depth
21
x
27 in.
1
1.730.00
32
x
10 in.
1
Nienhuis
1.735.00
13
x
15 in.
1
Reverse Orientation Free Standing Bead cabinet2
Nienhuis
1.760.00
40
x
11 in.
suggested
1
Bead material Cabinet Casters
Nienhuis
0.500.00
NA
x
NA.
suggested
1
Stand for Dressing Frames
Nienhuis
1.632.00
14
x
14 in.
1
Stand for Cylinder blocks
Nienhuis
1.900.00
20
x
14 in.
1
Hello Wood
CBSPTST AND
7
x
7 in.
1
Nienhuis
1.715.00
49
x
18 in.
optional
Control Chart Stand
Hello Wood
C1
6
x
21 in
2
Practical Life Stand
Nienhuis
1.727.00
16
x
12 in
1
Stand for Rods
Paragon Builders3
NA
43 in.
x
14 in.
2
Brown Stair Stand
Paragon Builders
NA
24 in.
x
10 in.
1
Mystery Bag Stand
Paragon Builders
NA
NA
1
Farm Table
Paragon Builders
NA
34
x
15 in.
1
1
Doll House Table
Paragon Builders
NA
34
x
28 in.
optional
suggested
Name
Vendor
Number
Map Stand
Nienhuis
0.176.A0
Frame for Writing Insets
Nienhuis
Stand for Green boards
Stand for Pink tower Bell Cabinet
Width
32 in. x diameter
suggested
2
3
Be sure to order it with reverse orientation. Paragon Builders are in Salt Lake City. You may wish to use a local company to avoid shipping expenses.
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Early Childhood Furniture Suggested Early Childhood Classroom Furniture Arrangement Based on 24 Students ages 3-6 Length
Depth
Height
First Year per Classroom
1.AM.25.10
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
28 in.
10
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.11
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
28 in.
10
2-tier shelf corner unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.15
16 in.
x
17 in.
x
28 in.
1
Child’s Individual Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.09G2
22 in.
x
22 in.
x
21 in.
4
Square Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.02G2
25 in.
x
25 in.
x
21 in.
3
Trapezoidal Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.18G2
50 in.
x
25 in.
x
21 in.
2
Round Table
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.30G2
50 in.
21 in.
1
12” seat height chair
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.69G2
12 in.
x
13 in.
x
12 in.
18
Paragon Builders4
NA
17 in.
x
13 in.
x
9 in.
6 (two stacks)
Hand Washing Table
Nienhuis
1.826.00
27 in.
x
18 in.
x
21 in.
1
Dish Washing Table
Nienhuis
1.825.00
59 in.
x
18 in.
x
21 in.
1
Mini Art Island
Community Playthings
H500
28 in.
x
25 in.
x
47 in.
1
Library Rack
Community Playthings
F775
37 in.
x
14 in.
x
32 in.
1
Wash Stand and Scrubboard
Gonzagarredi
1MM.002
16 in
x
16 in.
x
24 in.
1
Clothes Horse
Gonzagarredi
1AM.26.36
20 in.
x
12 in.
x
24 in.
1
Comfy Chair (Blue)
Gonzagarredi
1AM.27.88
13 in.
x
19 in.
x
20 in.
1
Settee (Blue)
Gonzagarredi
1AM.27.86
28 in.
x
19 in.
x
20 in.
2 optional
Name
Vendor
Shelving Unit, Two Tier (closed back) with casters
Gonzagarredi
Divider Unit, Two Tier (semi-open back) with casters
Floor Tables (Chowkies)
Number
diameter
15 pigeon hole cupboard unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.27
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
100 in.
2 optional
Small Drawer5
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.70
12 in.
x
15 in.
x
5 in.
30
SF-204-S4
14 in
x
14 in.
x
NA
3
NA
60 in.
x
36 in.
x
7 in.
1
Four Rug Holders
LORD
Carpeted Platform
Paragon Builders
Cupboard with two doors
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.42
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
75 in.
1
6 place locker with doors
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.23.21
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
3-4
Notes on Early Childhood Furniture:
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Paragon Builders are in Salt Lake City. You may wish to use a local company to avoid shipping expenses. These fit into the 15 pigeon hole cupboard. November 1, 2016 ©Michael Dorer
1. All shelf and divider units should be ordered with casters. 2. Chair and table seating should be ordered for 60% to 75% of the class population. DO NOT over order chairs
and tables. 3. You will also need one to three adult chairs per classroom, such as 1AM.24.74 (16 x 16 x 18). For each of these adult
chairs also order Cushion for Adult Chair 1.AM.24.76.
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Lower Elementary (6-9) Material Stands Name
Number
Map Stand
Nienhuis
0.176.A0
21
x
27 in.
1
Frame for Writing Insets
Nienhuis
1.730.00
32
x
10 in.
1
Stand for Green boards
Nienhuis
1.735.00
13
x
15 in.
1
Reverse Orientation Free Standing Bead cabinet6
Nienhuis
1.760.00
40
x
11 in.
1
Farm Table
Paragon Builders7
NA
34
x
15 in.
1
Doll House Table
Paragon Builders
NA
34
x
28 in.
optional
Bead material Cabinet Casters
Nienhuis
0.500.00
NA
x
NA
1
Tone Bar Cabinet
Nienhuis
1.910.00
49
x
18 in.
optional
Four Rug Holders
LORD
SF-204-S4
14
x
14 in.
3
Hello Wood
C1
6
x
21 in
1
Paragon Builders
NA
20
x
18
1
Control Chart Stand MLG Chart Stand
Width
Depth
First Year Second per Year per Classroom Classroom
Vendor
suggested
optional
6
7
Be sure to order it with reverse orientation. Paragon Builders are in Salt Lake City. You may wish to use a local company to avoid shipping expenses. November 1, 2016 ©Michael Dorer
Lower Elementary Furniture Suggested Lower Elementary Classroom Furniture Arrangement Based on 24 Students ages 6-9 Name
Vendor
Number
Length
Depth
Height
First Year per Classroom
Shelving Unit, Three Tier (closed back)
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.20
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
9-10
Divider Unit, Three Tier (semi-open back)
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.21
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
10
Shelving Unit with four shelves
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.25
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
2-3
3-tier corner shelving unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.25
16 in.
x
17 in.
x
39 in.
1
Rectangular Table
Gonzagarredi 1.AM.24.13G4
50 in.
x
25 in.
x
25 in.
4
Hexagonal Table
Gonzagarredi 1.AM.24.22G4
51 in.
x
51 in.
x
25 in.
1
Round Table
Gonzagarredi 1.AM.24.30G4
50 in.
x
diameter
25 in.
1
15 in. Seat height chair
Gonzagarredi 1.AM.24.69G4
13 in.
x
13 in.
x
15 in.
20
Comfy Chair (Blue)
Gonzagarredi
1AM.27.89
13 in.
x
19 in.
x
20 in.
1
Settee (Blue)
Gonzagarredi
1AM.27.87
28 in.
x
19 in.
x
20 in.
2
Paragon Builders8
NA
24 in.
x
18 in.
x
12 in.
6 (two stacks)
LORD
SF-204-S4
14 in
x
14 in.
3
NA
3
Community Playthings
F775
37 in.
x
14 in.
x
32 in.
1 or 2
Paragon Builders
NA
72 in.
x
42 in.
x
10 in.
1
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.42
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
75 in.
1
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.23.21
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
3-4
15 pigeon hole cupboard unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.27
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
2
Small Drawer10
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.70
12 in.
x
15 in.
x
5 in.
30
Floor Tables (Chowkies) Four Rug Holders Library Rack Carpeted Platform Cupboard with two doors 6 place locker with doors
9
Paragon Builders are in Salt Lake City. You may wish to use a local company to avoid shipping expenses. You may choose an alternative of a different size. 10 These fit into the 15 pigeon hole cupboard. 8
9
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Notes for Lower Elementary Furniture: 1. All shelf and divider units should be ordered with casters if possible. 2. Chair and table seating should be ordered for 60% to 75% of the class population. DO NOT over order
chairs and tables. 3. You will also need two or three adult chairs per classroom, such as 1AM.24.74 (16 x 16 x 18). For each of these
adult chairs also order Cushion for Adult Chair 1.AM.24.76.
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Upper Elementary
(9-12) Material Stands Name
Number
Width
Reverse Orientation Free Standing Bead cabinet11
Nienhuis
1.760.00
40
x
11 in.
1
Bead material Cabinet Casters
Nienhuis
0.500.00
NA
x
NA.
1
Tone Bar Cabinet
Nienhuis
1.910.00
49
x
18 in.
optional
Four Rug Holders
LORD
SF-204-S4
14
x
14 in.
3
Gonzagarredi
1.MM.230
26 in
x
20 in
1
Paragon Builders
NA
20 in
x
18 in
1
Locally
NA
22
x
NA
Equivalence Cabinet MLG Chart Stand Easels to display charts
Depth
First Year Second per Year per Classroom Classroom
Vendor
optional
2 (optional)
11
Be sure to order it with reverse orientation.
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Upper Elementary Furniture Suggested Upper Elementary Classroom Furniture Arrangement Based on 24 Students ages 9-12 Height
First Year per Classroom
x
39 in.
9-10
16 in.
x
39 in.
10
x
16 in.
x
39 in.
2-3
16 in.
x
17 in.
x
39 in.
1
1.AM.24.14A
50 in
x
25 in.
x
30 in.
4
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.30A
50 in
x
diameter
x
30 in
1
Teacher’s Presentation Table (Horseshoe).
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.27.A
50 in.
x
diameter
30 in.
1
18” seat height chair
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.24.69A
16 in.
x
16 in
x
18 in.
24
Paragon Builders12
LC08
24 in.
x
18 in.
x
12 in.
6 (two stacks)
Paragon Builders
NA
72 in.
x
48 in.
x
11 in.
1
Nienhuis
1.821.00
41 in.
x
18 in.
x
40 in.
1
Cupboard with two doors
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.42
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
75 in.
1
15 pigeon hole cupboard unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.27
41 in.
x
16 in.
x
100 in.
2
Small Drawer13
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.70
12 in.
x
15 in.
x
5 in.
30
Name
Vendor
Number
Length
Shelving Unit, Three Tier (closed back) with casters
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.20
41 in.
x
16 in.
Divider Unit, Three Tier (semi-open back) with casters
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.21
41 in.
x
Shelving Unit with four shelves with casters
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.25
41 in.
3-tier corner shelving unit
Gonzagarredi
1.AM.25.25
Rectangular Table
Gonzagarredi
Round Table
Floor Tables (Chowkies) Carpeted Platform Book Shelf (101 cm.)
Depth
12 13
Paragon Builders are in Salt Lake City. You may wish to use a local company to avoid shipping expenses. These fit into the 15 pigeon hole cupboard. November 1, 2016 ©Michael Dorer
Notes for Upper Elementary Furniture: 1. All shelf and divider units should be ordered with casters if possible. 2. You will also need two or three adult chairs per classroom, such as 1AM.24.74 (16 x 16 x 18). For each of these adult chairs also order Cushion for Adult Chair 1.AM.24.76.
November 1, 2016 ©Michael Dorer