Pentagon Kinderbox

The Pentagon Kinderbox is a compact open-top storage unit designed to keep picture books, toys and small learning resources visible and accessible in classrooms, nurseries, libraries and reception areas. Its distinctive five-sided footprint provides practical storage without using the long rectangular form of a conventional bookcase, making it useful in reading corners and flexible activity zones.

Measuring 549 mm wide, 513 mm deep and 358 mm high, the kinderbox is manufactured from melamine-faced MDF and supplied fully assembled. Its neutral finish suits a wide range of educational interiors, while a five-year manufacturer’s guarantee supports long-term use.

Open-top storage for independent browsing

The low, open design allows books and resources to be viewed from above. Children can look through visible covers, compare choices and lift out an item without needing to open doors or reach onto a tall shelf. Adults can group materials within the divided interior according to the setting’s own organisation system.

When used for books, the kinderbox is particularly suited to picture books and other resources that benefit from face-forward browsing. When used for toys or learning materials, compatible containers may help separate smaller items, provided they fit securely within the available space.

A distinctive footprint for flexible layouts

The Pentagon Kinderbox has a shape that can work within corners, reading nooks or grouped furniture arrangements. The angled sides create a different visual profile from a straight shelving unit, helping settings form a defined book-browsing or resource area.

Before ordering, compare the verified 549 × 513 mm footprint with the intended position and planned circulation space. The unit should sit fully supported on a level floor with clear access around the sides children will use.

Support clear classroom routines

Accessible storage gives practitioners a practical structure for selection and tidy-up. Staff can introduce where each category belongs, use nearby picture or word labels and model returning one item before choosing another.

These routines can encourage independence because the storage location is visible and understandable. They also provide natural opportunities for children to name resources, compare book covers and sort items by an agreed category, without overstating the product as a treatment or guaranteed learning intervention.

Ideas for using the Pentagon Kinderbox

• Reading corner: display a rotating selection of picture books with their covers easy to browse.
• Topic collection: gather fiction and information books linked to a current classroom theme.
• Story resources: store books alongside suitable puppets or props used by staff during storytelling.
• Construction area: organise compatible blocks or small-world resources in the open sections.
• Reception or waiting space: provide a clearly defined selection of children’s books where space allows.

Books, toys, baskets and accessories shown in imagery are for context and are not included unless specifically stated.

Made for regular educational use

The unit is made from melamine-faced MDF with a surface described as scratch resistant and easy to clean. The rigid furniture form is intended for frequent use in early-years and primary environments, while the neutral finish coordinates with many existing classroom ranges.

Fully assembled delivery allows the kinderbox to be positioned and stocked without on-site construction. Buyers should check delivery access and the final location in advance.

Why choose the Pentagon Kinderbox?

Choose this kinderbox when you want low, open storage with a more compact and distinctive footprint than a long book trough. Its height supports browsing at floor-level reading areas, while the divided open top makes it possible to organise more than one group of books or resources.

The verified dimensions help with accurate space planning, and the five-year manufacturer’s guarantee provides reassurance for settings purchasing durable educational furniture.

Perfect for...

• Nursery and preschool reading corners
• EYFS and primary classrooms
• School libraries and reception areas
• Picture books, toys and small learning resources
• Compact or awkward spaces requiring low storage

Pentagon Kinderbox features

• Low open-top storage format
• Distinctive five-sided footprint
• Divided interior for organising resources
• Melamine-faced MDF construction
• Neutral educational furniture finish
• Scratch-resistant, wipe-clean surface
• Supplied fully assembled
• Five-year manufacturer’s guarantee

Specifications

• Product name: Pentagon Kinderbox
• Product code: EDPENTKB
• Dimensions: 549 mm wide × 513 mm deep × 358 mm high
• Material: Melamine-faced MDF
• Format: Low, open-top divided storage
• Finish: Neutral
• Assembly: Supplied fully assembled
• Warranty: Five years

Positioning and care

Use indoors on a level floor and keep the surrounding access route clear. Do not allow children to climb, sit or stand inside the unit. Distribute contents sensibly and inspect the furniture periodically. Wipe with a soft, lightly damp cloth, dry promptly and avoid abrasive products or excessive moisture around the panel edges.