Run, Don't Walk - There's A New Kmart Learning Tower!

Learning towers have become super popular for toddlers who want to explore their independence, and Kmart has released its own adorable version.

The Kmart Novelty Stand Up Stool ($69) is an online exclusive, and is designed for tots 18 months and older. The novelty giraffe stand up stool helps little ones get close to the action. They can help prepare food in the kitchen, or see themselves in the bathroom mirror as they brush their toothy pegs.

Kmart Learning Tower

It’s the second Kmart learning tower to hit the store, with the Kmart Stand Up Stool ($75) also still available. This version is also suited to toddlers aged 18 months and over, with a weight capacity of 20kg.

What is a learning tower?

A learning tower, which is sometimes called a Montessori learning stool, toddler tower or kitchen helper, is designed to give toddlers some height, so they can join in activities.

They’re a step up (pardon the pun!) from simple step stools, which can be dangerous for kids to balance on.

They’re a safe way to let kids see what’s happening up on a kitchen bench, because they have rails to stop them falling backwards. Learning towers give teeny tots a sense of independence and security as they learn while helping out. They can help with food prep and washing up or just learn from observing.

Kids may also want to eat from their learning tower, if they’re not really into sitting still in their high chair.

Learning towers can be used from toddlers aged 18 months, right up until six-years-old, depending on the weight limit of the tower.

Does your toddler use a learning tower? Let us know in the comments below.

34 Comments

- - meedee said
  - 26 Aug 2024
    11:07 am
They look awesome and very handy

- - Lividanke said
  - 01 Jul 2022
    2:06 pm
I wish these had been around a few years ago when I was looking for one. This looks so much cuter than the one that I ended up buying and it’s a lot cheaper.
These are a great idea and so much safer than kids standing on chairs (and in my little one’s case, tippy toes) to see over the counter.
Definitely recommend these.

- - Mum2archer said
  - 31 May 2022
    10:25 pm
These are great! my son loves helping in the kitchen but I often worry about him falling off the chair. This will help alot!

- - Zmijka86 said
  - 30 May 2022
    7:47 pm
I never had a need for it but I like that giraffe.

- - mom453744 said
  - 22 Apr 2022
    12:10 am
These are awesome!! The giraffe is such a cute design. Will definitely have to get my little guy one of these

- - mom461384 said
  - 21 Apr 2022
    6:16 pm
These are so cute! My kids are getting a bit big now that they would get little use out of it. Much safer than standing on the chair like I did when I was a kid!

- - Aleisha93 said
  - 19 Apr 2022
    1:08 am
Kmart bringing out the goods once again!
Sometimes I’m not as positive about their products – as we live in such a disposable society today.
I hope the materials stand the test of time (and children)!

- - SAS185 said
  - 17 Apr 2022
    5:59 pm
We built one of these ourselves. They are absolutely brilliant. Our 2 year old moves it around herself and puts it where she’d like to stand and Often helps us with the the cooking.

- - tessie said
  - 17 Apr 2022
    2:30 pm
If these had been available when my youngest was little he wouldn’t have ended up with a big gash on the back of his head. He wanted to help his older brother to dry the dishes but they tried to see who could dry the most. Unfortunately as he turned around he lost his balance on the step and fell backwards, hitting his head on the corner of the bench. I’ve never felt so helpless and guilty at the same time before. We were very lucky that it was just a skin tear but it could have been so much more.

- - ~Loui~ said
  - 16 Apr 2022
    12:16 am
I wish these had been around when my kids were smaller. Such a great idea.

- - Forgetful Mumma said
  - 15 Apr 2022
    3:01 pm
Oh, my! This is adorable! We usually just use a stool. This is quite big and would need a place to be kept out of the way when not in use. If I had a bigger kitchen I’d definitely consider it

- - alyise_ said
  - 15 Apr 2022
    2:02 pm
I remember looking for this Kmart learning tower for months before I finally nabbed one- they ar e absolutely worth the trouble!

- - sars_angelchik said
  - 15 Apr 2022
    9:38 am
That’s very cute! Love it!

- - Min said
  - 15 Apr 2022
    8:26 am
LOVE this! Such a cute design.

- - TraceyGail said
  - 15 Apr 2022
    7:28 am
What a great idea. They look safe and sturdy.

- - mom265671 said
  - 14 Apr 2022
    10:48 pm
Very cute! But with a 20kg capacity I’ll sadly have to give it a miss
- Ellen replied
  
  15 Apr 2022 , 4:57 am
  Is your toddler heavier than 20 kg ??
- - mom223151 said
  - 14 Apr 2022
    8:24 pm
The absolute best for kids who want to help in the kitchen. Especially little girls who want to help Mummy with cooking etc. Love them

- - BellaB said
  - 14 Apr 2022
    6:52 pm
If my kids were still little enough, I’d be pouncing on this.

- - rovermum said
  - 14 Apr 2022
    9:31 am
These weren’t a thing when my son was younger, but what a great idea.

- - cassy26 said
  - 14 Apr 2022
    9:23 am
I’ve never used a learning tower with any of my kids but this new one really is cute and my 2yo loves helping with “everything” so I might just be tempted…