8 Best Toddler Step Stools So The Kids Can Help In The Kitchen And Brush Their Own Teeth

The Explore N Store Adjustable Height Kitchen Step Stool for Toddlers from Little Partners is built on the principle of helping hands in the kitchen. This tower safely brings kids ages 2-6 to counter height without the fear of slipping off or back. We love the adjustable height feature so that this can grow with our littles and provide just the right amount of support for cooking and crafting.  While the idea of an entire tower in the kitchen may seem overwhelming, (we know we’re not the only mamas working in small kitchen spaces) this stool is designed with small spaces in mind. The entire thing is under two feet wide and comes up to exactly counter height, meaning you won’t lose precious counter space working around the “helpers”. To make it even more functional the bottom step easily folds up for storage and the entire tower can quickly be tucked away under the breakfast bar to be out of sight when not in use.

This Limited Edition Little Partners Learning Tower is not just a safe haven for our kitchen helpers, but also an activity center. How often do our kids want to help cook only to run off to do something else while we’re measuring ingredients? This kitchen step stool allows for easy in and outs from the sides, but provides a space for entertaining options during the “boring” parts of cooking. The included chalkboard is a fun way to have the kids write up a menu while dinner is cooking or draw some art for the kitchen. We also love this add-on activity board designed to fit this space as well for younger helpers who maybe can’t write yet.  One reviewer commented, “This tower is wonderful. We tried it for our 22 month old while visiting friends and he loved being up close to the counter. We loved it so much we bought one for our home. Our son likes to eat meals and snacks in it, help make dinner, and do craft projects. I highly recommend it. I also love the adjustable height.”

This Little Partners Toddler Step Up Stool comes in 9 different colors to match any bedroom decor. We love how this wooden step stool style matches the look of a ladder style bookcase for classic bedroom style (we wouldn’t be opposed to storing books on the deep steps either when it’s not in use). The sturdy railings make gripping this mini ladder super easy and fun for toddlers, especially for climbing up to bed or the potty.  The second step has an adjustable height feature that can grow with your LO. As an added safety feature, the included nonslip grips have us breathing a little easier watching our tots going up and down over and over again. One of our favorite features is how this transitions to a parent step stool and is secure enough for adults up to 150 lbs.

We also love that not only can it be personalized with your child’s name, but there are 20 colors and fonts to choose from giving our kiddos choice in the design. Sized right for the bedroom, bathroom, or playroom, this stool is a cute addition to any kids themed room without being overly designed. The best part, the side handles make transporting their new personalized gear from room to room easy without having to be dragged across our floors!

Beautifully painted in a variety of colors to match any bedroom or playroom, this Adjustable Height Growing Wooden Step Stool from Little Partners is a no brainer. We love the wide set steps and the adjustment lock for shifting stair heights for added safety. Plus the rounded corners and smooth construction prevent damage to our wood floors! The quality design makes this stool sturdy enough for adults too. One mama we know uses it to put her daughter in her crib because she’s a little too short to reach.  One reviewer shared this thoughtful feedback and genius idea, “This is a high quality, durable, and easy to assemble stool worth its price tag. Our toddler now climbs up this stool independently to brush his teeth, floss, wash hands, and smile at himself in the mirror. Prior to this, we would have to awkwardly lift him up many times a day to the sink and he was dependent on us to facilitate each of these self-care skills. So glad we purchased this and a faucet extender. The combination is a dream!”

Casafield’s 9” Folding Step Stool from Walmart is perfect for when things are just a little bit out of reach for tots. Easy to maneuver from room to room and fold up to store beside the sink, this one step wonder is both budget friendly and cute. The different color options can match either your bathroom decor or your LOs mood, regardless there is an option for everyone, even a basic black. Made of lightweight plastic, the jigsawed designed sides give this stool it’s strength. This children’s step stool may look basic, but it can hold up to 300 lbs making it as much for the mamas looking to get that platter down from the pantry as it is kiddos wanting to brush their teeth. The top has a raised anti-skid pattern to prevent slips and it folds up nearly flat for storage anywhere. This is the one that belongs in every room (or at least one per floor).

Whoever designed this Simplay3 Two Child Step Stool clearly had two kids fighting over the sink. Designed for two pairs of little feet to stand on at one time, (each at varying height – think 2 and 4 year olds) everyone can brush their teeth at the same time. The adorable little footprints tell our littles exactly where to stand so it’s safe and that this stool is meant for them. Our favorite part is that this isn’t just for the kiddos! Mamas flip this thing over at bath time or bedtime and presto you have a seat or stool for you too. The supportive sides transform into a stable frame meant for sitting or standing adults up to 300 lbs when it’s flipped over.  One reviewer wrote, “We used to have two seperate stools for both of our children, 5 and 3. We have one really small bathroom and having this one stool has made one aspect of the clutter in the bathroom disappear.”