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The Original Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower

Foldable, adjustable and available in a range of colors and styles to fit your growing toddler’s needs

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Kitchen Helper Features

Unique design elements make the Guidecraft Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower the safest step stool for kids 18 months and up.
Kitchen helper has non-slip mat, front and back mesh keeper for safety, folds flat for easy storage, adjustable platform and anti-slip feet. Image of the classic kitchen helper open and folded flat. Wooden learning tower for kids, displayed open and folded, features labeled design details and a 5-year warranty badge.

Choose the Perfect Toddler Tower

Foldable, adjustable and available in a range of colors and styles to fit your growing toddler’s needs
Classic Kitchen Helper and Tray Bundle_Natural

The Classic Bundle

Includes a Classic Kitchen Helper and a Mealtime and Play Tray.

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Black metal outdoor fire pit with mesh sides and decorative door-like panels, standing on four sturdy legs for stability. Perfect for cozy backyard gatherings.

The Martha Stewart

Make kitchen time special with a toddler tower crafted for versatile kitchens.

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Wooden play kitchen with cut-out star and circle shapes, mesh window, black chalkboard panels, and charming details for imaginative play.

The Classic

Foster independence and curiosity with the original toddler tower kids love.

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Modern white baby crib with mesh side panel and angled legs, featuring a sleek, contemporary design on a plain white background.

The Contemporary

Encourage safe exploration with a modern toddler tower designed for everyday use.

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Light wood baby crib with cut-out shapes and breathable mesh sides featuring charming star designs.

The Double

Make room for two with the spacious folding toddler tower built for shared fun.

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A white rectangular serving tray with rounded edges, featuring small wheels underneath for easy movement.

The Mealtime and Play Tray

Create a safe, fun space for your picky eater or toddler that is always on the move.

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Image of happy child in kitchen helper and certification logos. The kitchen helpers are greenguard gold certified. They are designed and tested to meet or exceed international safety standards. Image of happy child in kitchen helper and certification logos. The kitchen helpers are greenguard gold certified. They are designed and tested to meet or exceed international safety standards.
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Foldable and Lightweight

Every authentic Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower conveniently folds for easy storage when not in use.

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Montessori-Inspired

Kitchen Helper toddler towers align perfectly with the Montessori method of teaching, emphasizing child-led learning, hands-on activities, and a prepared learning environment. 

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Ships 99% Assembled!

Just attach the anti-tip feet with the included tool kit, and the Kitchen Helper is ready to use in minutes!

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Kitchen Helper Mealtime and Play Tray

Have a picky eater who won't sit? Just add our easily-attached, easy-to-clean tray made especially for messy moments.

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Important Safety Reminders

Your toddler's safety is our top priority!
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Watch children closely

Watch children closely, never leave a child unattended on the Kitchen Helper. Adult supervision required at all times for child's safety.

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Ensure correct platform height

The top crossbar of the Kitchen Helper should be above the child's waist. If not, change the platform to the lower settings.

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Check hardware

Inspect all screws and bolts periodically to ensure they are securely fastened. Check keepers to ensure they are securely fastened and in good condition.

Explore Our Blogs 

From playful ideas to expert insights, find everything you need for kid-friendly kitchen moments. 
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The Power of Up – Safely Boost Toddlers to Your Level

For any grandparents considering a kitchen renovation, I highly recommend extra wide drawer pulls. They make the best ladders so grandkids can reach the candy jar all on their own.

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Best 4 Activities for Kids Who Love to Be in the Kitchen

When you invite children to join you in the kitchen, there are many activities you can offer to stimulate their curiosity and enrich their minds. Whether it’s helping with food preparation.

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9 Skills Toddlers Learn Using a Guidecraft Kitchen Helper

Kitchens are ideal environments for nurturing a child’s early development and love for learning. They are hands-on classrooms in a real-life setting where children can observe adults at work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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A Kitchen Helper toddler tower is a specially designed, child-sized step stool with safety features that allow toddlers and young children to safely participate in activities at counter height, such as cooking, baking, washing hands, or other kitchen tasks.

Classic and Contemporary style Kitchen Helper are GREENGUARD GOLD Certified.

The Kitchen Helper toddler towers are crafted from durable solid hardwood and premium birch plywood, providing dependable support that withstands years of everyday use as children climb, explore, and engage in kitchen tasks.

Most toddler towers are recommended for children aged 18 months through 6 years. They are designed to be sturdy and adjustable, providing safe support as children grow.

The weight limit for the Kitchen Helper is 125 pounds. The weight limit for the Kitchen Helper Double is 175 pounds.

All Guidecraft Kitchen Helpers (except for Jr. models) are designed to be foldable, making them easy to store when not in use. Their space-saving design allows you to quickly fold and tuck them away, perfect for smaller kitchens or flexible use throughout the home.

A toddler tower lets kids safely join kitchen activities, helping them build confidence, independence, and a sense of responsibility. It also supports motor skill development through hands-on learning.

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Toddler Towers Available in a Variety of Styles and Colors

The Guidecraft Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower is thoughtfully designed to help little ones safely participate in everyday kitchen activities. From baking and washing to observing and helping, each toddler tower encourages independence while keeping your child secure and engaged.

Our bestselling Classic Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower features fun cutouts, a wipe-off marker board, and a chalkboard and is available in timeless finishes like white, gray, ivory, and natural. The Contemporary Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower offer a sleek slat design in trending colors like royal blue, walnut brown, pink and more.

Need space for siblings or a twin? The Double Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower accommodates two young children at once and comes in both Classic and Contemporary styles - perfect for shared kitchen adventures. For those drawn to elegant aesthetics, the Martha Stewart Kitchen Helper for kids blend beauty with function. Available in linen white, taupe, mint green, and charcoal gray, this version features inset windows and cabinetry-inspired detailing.

Families short on space will love the Jr. Kitchen Helper Step-Up, available in a classic version as well as two colors of a contemporary version, our most compact Toddler Tower yet. Like the folding models, it is designed for children 18 months and up. It provides a sturdy boost in a smaller footprint without compromising on safety or functionality.

Why Parents Love Our Toddler Towers:

  • Safest construction, including safety nets and anti-tip feet
  • Stylish finishes to match any kitchen
  • Foldable designs for easy storage
  • Adjustable height platforms for growing toddlers
  • Encourages independence and hands-on learning

Because Kitchens Were Made for Connection and Memories

Some of the sweetest childhood memories happen in the kitchen! Think of flour in the air, dough-covered fingers, the smell of something delicious baking. That’s why Guidecraft created the Kitchen Helper stool for kids—a child-safe solution that brings your toddler up to counter height and into the heart of family life.

With a toddler tower, your child is no longer just watching, they’re participating, learning, and bonding with you through everyday moments. That’s the magic of the Kitchen Helper Toddler Tower. It turns simple tasks in the kitchen or elsewhere in the house that might need a boost into meaningful experiences.