Step2 2-in-1 Toy Box and Art Lid
We like
Great capacity for storage of toys
Increases kid’s creativity and healthy habits
Entertaining activities for both kids and parents
Toys are no longer tossed all over the room
Made of very durable safe plastic
Fits everywhere and same product is found in gray, pink, red, tan and blue color
Minimum adult assembly
Can be found in 5 colors
We don’t like
The lid is kind of flimsy
The back of the lid is not suitable for younger toddlers due to sharp edges
Not always suitable for outdoor activities because of the design of the lid
How it works
Are you one of those parents who struggle with toys every single day? We all know how much our kids are indulged in activities such as cleaning their rooms and sooner or later we become aware it is our job to pick up the toys which are to be found in every corner of the room. We usually admire those parents who manage to teach their toddlers that tidying up their rooms at the end of the day is their job. Unfortunately, most of us belong to the opposite group of parents. Cleaning the room is part of our everyday obligations at home and your kids should start raising awareness about this when they are around 3 years old.
Even though we cannot expect too much from a child, yet for start, they can pick up their toys or stop throwing out clothing and food all over the room. Kids psychologists advise parents to start teaching their kids to have a feeling of responsibility because they will easily cope with working habits later in life. In order to achieve that goal, we should go step by step. The first step to set the basis and increase their awareness to have their rooms tidy is to find the perfect place for the toys. Most of the parents would agree there is nothing more painful than stepping on a LEGO or another toy with sharp ends and would certainly be determined they should make this step forward. Step 2 2 I 1 toy box would certainly be the perfect choice and kids will quickly learn they should put toys in there without too many efforts because it is designed with a lid for drawing activities and it is not only useful but fun in the same time.
Design
Step 2 2 in 1 toy box fits in kid’s room, in living room, bedroom or even on the terrace or porch, wherever you want, not only because of its design but especially because it can be found in 5 colors and it would be a useful and beautiful piece of furniture that kids would love. It is spacious enough inside and can be used for one type of toys such as stuffed animals or all types of plastic toys that come will a lot of accessories. It comes almost fully assembled which is one more plus for the designer. The 2-in-1 Toy Box and Art Lid is definitely made for indoor play. It can be used for outdoor activities as well, only if weather is nice. The design of the lid is not suitable for rainy days because it can damage the items inside and also the label may peel if exposed on water. The lid is removable and cannot be locked on the box. It seems a little flimsy but its flat surface allows you to put a piece of paper for drawing on it which is actually its purpose. It also has a little lip that can be used for placing crayons, pencils, brushes or whatever you give your kids to play with. The back of the lid is not designed in the best way as it has sharp edges, not suitable for very young kids. In short, it is a great product for easy and quick clean up
Ease of Use
The 2-in-1 Toy Box & Art Lid is for all schoolers and younger toddlers who love to draw and paint. It is a great choice to help them become creative and organized. The box is spacious enough to store a lot of toys and its unique toy chest is used as art space to write or draw or it can even be used as a surface for puzzles. Two supply baskets are placed above the lid for keeping the art materials. There is one clip which kids use to display their drawings. This same product can also be found in other colors. The best thing about it is that it requires minimal adult assembly. This toy box is recommended for age 2 and up.
Creativity
Your little ones are often bored with their numerous toys and you are probably of those parents who would not let them sit too long in front of screens and sooner or later you will face the fact that you are lack of ideas to keep them busy. This situation could be frustrating for parents but the 2-in-1 Toy Box & Art Lid is the right choice to have them included in useful and fun drawing activity that will expand their creativity and improve their motor skills in the same time. It is very fun for parents as well and it would be even better if they help their little ones in increasing their creativity. All kids love to draw. Give them a piece of paper, place it on the lid with the little help of the clip, and soon you will have beautiful art pieces. Praise their efforts and ask them what they drew. You would probably not get an actual answer, so guess, for example: Is this a bunny? It is beautiful, beautiful ears you have drawn! Show your little ones how to draw, show them the colors, draw and color together. When kids start to draw they want to do that at unusual surfaces and the more they become creative the more we find paint all over the walls and furniture. Therefore, The 2 in 1 toy box is perfect for this purpose and it will serve as your child’s unusual place for drawing. When your kids are done with playing help them gather their toys in the box. Still, bear on your mind that you cannot expect too much from your kids, so don’t insist on exaggerated order because it kills creativity.
Versatility
Kids lose interest in their staff, but it doesn’t mean they should throw their toys, books, and puzzles all over the floor. Besides, leaving a mess behind this is also not safe because they can step on a toy, fall and hurt themselves. Teach your kids that as soon as they are finished playing with one toy, they should return the toy to their new toy box and then take another one to play with. When you are tiding up next time, make it look nice and fun in order to have your kids intrigued and let them see it is not a boring and hard process. For example, you can play their favorite music and serve them their favorite juice in their favorite cartoon plastic cup which will be their award when you are thirsty and tired. You can arrange the toys and books by color or size in order to turn your cleaning into a fun game. This process of gathering the toys and putting them in the toy box shouldn’t last for too long because kids will easily lose their interest. The best thing about the box is that they can tidy up quickly and easily and have their rooms cleaned within a few minutes.
Capacity
The box has so much space inside. You will be amazed at how many items can be stored inside. It is great and can be fitted everywhere. It is suitable for small apartments as well, so it can be randomly placed anywhere even on your porch outside. Its interior storage space is 4.5 cubic feet (0.13 cubic meter) so It is very large, easy to use toy box which can fit all of your pretend play kitchen food items, stuffed teddy bears or other toys which come with a lot of accessories. Dimensions are 19 inches Height, 30.50 inches Width and 19 inches Depth. The weight is 13 lbs. It is very nice to have somewhere to quickly store the toys when the company is over. It is the perfect size for your kids to dig through.
Materials
Toy boxes are usually made of paper wood or plastic. We would all agree that paper boxes are useful only for a short time because of their durability. Wooden boxes are usually old fashioned, very heavy and hard to be moved from one place to another. Plastic ones are definitely the right choice in case you need this kind of box. The 2 in 1 Toy Box is made by Step 2 one of the best USA manufactures of kid’s toys and kid’s furniture for outdoor and indoor activities. Their products are famous for its design but also for being with high quality and long lasting for future generations. The 2 in 1 Toy Box can be found in gray, pink, tan, red or blue color. It is a piece of furniture but the lid obviously makes it with another purpose also. It will be just fine as long as it is placed under cover. Please avoid exposing this toy box to direct weather. In short, it is a product for quick and easy clean up. It is itself easy to be cleaned simply by using a wet towel. This product is made out of Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) which is characterized by chemical resistance, stability to cracking or puncture and it is kind of durability we can expect from Step 2.
Entertainment Value
Тhis toy box can help you and your kids escape from everyday boring reality. Here is one example of how to use the art lid. You don’t even have to use special features, your kids can simply draw on paper with their painted little hands by simply making hand prints. Just grab the art lid and you can experiment with different painting techniques. Painting with colored hands is a technique that increases creativity and is fun for kids and parents. If you don’t know how to draw a giraffe or sirens don’t give up just because you are not good at it – you will certainly manage to do this by using this simple and fun drawing play. There is no parent or kid that cannot master this technique. But the lid itself does not necessarily need to be used for drawing it could be used for puzzles or other fun games. Soon this toy box will become your kid's favorite piece of furniture and you will be amazed how much they can actually enjoy to help you out during the cleanup process.
Conclusion
Step 2 2 in 1 toy box and art lid is a parent's best friend when it comes to cleaning up. This cheap toy storage will help you and your kids to become much more organized through fun and safe activities. Kids may not know where every toy or book should be placed but with a box like this, the cleaning up seems like a cinch. All they have to do is put the toys inside the empty space inside the box. Whenever your house is overrun with toys all over the floor you know you can have it clean within a few minutes and with the help of your kids. However, there will be times when you will have to let it go. Don’t expect too much from your little ones because the reality is: as soon as you gather the toys in the box the next minute they will again be out of it. Kids will not become a professional cleaning crew with this box but they will certainly learn where to store the toys and they will have fun during this process. Just let your kids be who they are and sometimes just enjoy the mess.
