Wooden Kids Floating Bookshelf

Children read more when books are easy to reach and easy to see. A tall bookshelf with rows of spines is hard for small hands and harder still for a child who cannot yet read the titles. The Wooden Kids Floating Bookshelf takes a friendlier approach. Mounted low on the wall, it puts books at a child's height with the covers facing out, so children choose by picture and reach for a book on their own.

It comes in two widths, in wood with a smooth finish, and it mounts flat to the wall, keeping the floor clear in a small bedroom or a playroom. That simple, child centered design is what makes it such a good bookshelf for young readers.

What makes the kids floating bookshelf stand out

The face out display comes first. With the covers on show, a child can see every book at a glance and choose by the picture that catches their eye. That small change turns reading into their idea rather than something they are handed, which is exactly what builds a love of books.

The low mounting is the second strength. Because the shelf goes on the wall rather than standing on the floor, it can be hung at exactly the height the child can reach. As they grow, another shelf can go a little higher, building a wall of books that grows with them.

The space saving is the third. The shelf takes up almost no floor space, which matters in a small bedroom where floor is needed for play. It comes in 15.7 or 19.7 inch widths, in wood with a smooth finish, and the hardware and instructions come with it. Screen settings can cause slight color variations between the photos and the item you receive.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Children's bedrooms. Books within reach from the floor or the bed.
• Nurseries. Board books on show beside a nursing chair.
• Playrooms. A reading spot that keeps books off the floor.
• Reading nooks. A cozy corner with cushions below and covers above.
• Family rooms. A low shelf that gives children their own books in shared space.

The smooth wood finish suits Scandinavian, Montessori inspired and natural rooms, and it sits comfortably alongside colorful toys and prints.

Choosing the width and height

The shelf comes in two widths. The 15.7 inch shelf suits a narrow wall or a spot beside a bed, while the 19.7 inch shelf holds more books across a wider wall. The Dimensions section above lists both sizes.

A few mounting tips help:

• Mount it at a height the child can actually reach, since forward facing covers only help if they are in view from standing.
• Fix it into a stud where possible, or use plugs rated for the wall and the load.
• Check it is level before the second fixing goes in.
• Stack two or more shelves for a bigger collection, leaving room for tall picture books.

Starting low and adding shelves higher up as a child grows keeps the display useful for years, and older children can take charge of arranging their own books.

Pairing it with other pieces

A low bookshelf is the start of a reading nook. Add a floor cushion or a small chair below it, a soft rug and a gentle light nearby, and the corner becomes a place a child wants to be.

The floor cushions collection has soft seating for a reading corner, the bookshelves collection has other wall shelves for books, and the night lights collection has soft glows for a child's room.

Care is simple. Wipe the shelf with a dry cloth, and keep it away from prolonged moisture and direct sunlight, which can mark or fade the finish.

Rotating the books on display every week or two keeps the shelf exciting. Old favorites return, forgotten books get a second chance, and there is always something new at eye level.

It also makes a thoughtful gift for new parents, a first birthday or a child moving into a big kid room.

A low shelf also helps children learn to look after their own things. When every book has a visible place at their height, putting books back becomes part of the routine rather than a chore left for an adult, and the room stays tidier as a result.

For siblings sharing a room, a shelf for each child at their own height gives everyone a space of their own and avoids arguments over whose book is whose. Two widths make it easy to fit shelves on either side of a window or a bed.

In a nursery, a shelf above a nursing chair keeps a few board books close for quiet moments, and a second shelf can go lower once the baby starts to crawl and explore.

Is the kids bookshelf right for your space?

This shelf is a strong fit if you:

• Want books at a height a child can reach alone.
• Like covers facing out to invite reading.
• Need to keep a small bedroom floor clear.
• Want a simple wooden shelf in one of two widths.

It may not be the right choice if you need to store a large collection spine out, or if you cannot fix into the wall. A standing bookcase would suit those needs better.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about widths and mounting are answered at info@norafurnish.com.