Collection: Kids Bookshelf & Storage

Kids storage as toy storage, keeps toys, books and clutter sorted, and as childrens storage, works best when the child can reach and use it themselves. Low, open storage encourages kids to tidy up; a kids book shelf displays books cover-out so they pick them; a toy box holds bulky toys. The right mix depends on what you're storing and the child's age. Look for low, safe, sturdy units the child can use without help, and anchor tall ones to the wall.

What storage suits a kids room?

Match the storage to what needs sorting and the child's height:

• Toy box or chest: holds bulky toys, with a safe slow-close or lift-off lid so it can't trap fingers.
• Cube storage with bins: low open squares with fabric bins the child can pull out and put back.
• Kids bookshelf: often forward-facing so books display cover-out for easy choosing.
• Low shelving: open shelves at child height for toys and games they reach themselves.

What is a forward-facing bookshelf?

A forward-facing bookshelf displays books with the covers showing, rather than spines, in shallow tiered pockets. Young children can't read spines, so seeing the covers helps them choose and encourages reading. It suits picture books and early readers, holding fewer books than a normal shelf but making them far more usable for a small child. For an older child with lots of books, a normal shelf holds more. For a nursery or a young child, a forward-facing shelf makes books part of play; combine it with a normal shelf as they grow.

How do you make kids storage safe?

Kids storage should be safe for a child to use and climb near. Low units let children reach without climbing, which is safest. Any tall bookshelf or unit must be anchored to a wall stud, since a child climbing the shelves can tip a loaded unit — this is the key hazard. A toy box lid should be slow-closing or lift-off so it can't slam on fingers, with air gaps in case a child climbs inside. Rounded edges and non-toxic finishes suit young users. Anchor tall pieces and choose safe lids, and the storage stays safe.

Common questions

What is a forward-facing bookshelf?
A bookshelf that displays books cover-out in shallow tiers, so young children who can't read spines can see and choose books easily. It suits picture books and early readers.

How do I stop a kids bookshelf tipping?
Anchor it to a wall stud with the anti-tip strap or bracket it includes. A child climbing the shelves can tip a loaded unit, so this is the key safety step, especially for tall units.

Are toy boxes with lids safe?
Choose a toy box with a slow-close or lift-off lid so it can't slam on little fingers, plus air gaps in case a child climbs inside. Avoid heavy drop-down lids.

What storage helps kids tidy up themselves?
Low, open storage with labelled bins the child can pull out and put back makes tidying easy. Storage they can reach without help encourages them to use it.

Can I pay for kids storage with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our kids storage starts from $45, which is four fortnightly payments of about $11.25.

Complete the kids room

Kids storage pairs with the rest of the room. Add a kids bed, a table and chairs for play, and a desk for homework.

A $45 kids storage unit splits into four fortnightly payments of $11.25 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 do the same. Every order ships from our Australian warehouse, dispatched within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to return it. We're a family-run Australian store, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.