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Little Learners Investigation Station
The Little Learners Investigation Station is an extremely-durable outdoor investigation station designed to keep discovery tools organized and easy to reach. With angled bins, built-in chalkboard surfaces, and weather-ready materials, this storage unit helps educators create an inviting space for outdoor exploration, collection, and sorting.
Keep Outdoor Tools Organized
This outdoor storage unit gives children a clear place to store magnifying glasses, bug catchers, nets, tweezers, watering cans, gardening supplies, and collected treasures. Three levels of stationary bins, including 4 small bins (8-3/4"W x 4"H x 7-1/2"D) and 6 large bins (8-3/4"W x 4"H x 10"D), keep materials visible and accessible. They also make it easier to set up hands-on nature investigations and tidy up after play. This organized layout supports open-ended exploration while helping adults maintain a ready-to-use outdoor learning area.
Built-In Chalkboard for Creative Exploration
A chalkboard surface at the top of the station and on the front of each tier of bins create an open-ended space for labeling or drawing. Educators can use the writable surface to support sorting activities, build vocabulary, and encourage observation during outdoor play and early science exploration.
Made for Messy, Active Spaces
The angled bin design allows for drainage, making this outdoor storage shelf a practical choice for wet or sandy conditions. Constructed of a maintenance-free, wood-look recycled lumber with durable HDPE chalkboard material, this unit is built for daily outdoor use. The sturdy design supports up to 200 lb, giving schools and early childhood programs a dependable solution for active learning environments. Fully assembled. 36"W x 36"H x 24"D; 82 lb.
Benefits at a Glance
- Organized Storage: Keeps investigation tools, gardening supplies, and found treasures neatly sorted and easy for children to access.
- Writable Chalkboard Surfaces: Offers open-ended space for bin labels, simple directions, and child-created artwork.
- Drainage-Friendly Design: Angled stationary bins allow water and sand to drain, making the unit well suited for outdoor learning spaces.
- Durable Outdoor Materials: Recycled lumber and HDPE chalkboard material provide a maintenance-free, long-lasting storage solution.
- Ready to Use: Ships fully assembled and fits easily into outdoor classrooms, nature areas, and play spaces.
Add the Little Learners Investigation Station to your outdoor classroom to create a practical, inviting hub for discovery.

