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Activity Table Buying Guide
The right table creates an engaging, collaborative learning environment in the classroom. Before you commit to one, consider table shapes, seating capacity, mobility options, etc. Select one that meets the particular needs of your students and your teaching style. Create an inspiring space that promotes learning.
School Outlet’s Tips
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Table Spaces
Provide enough space between seats and table edges for comfort. Allow 3 feet between rows for safe aisles and 10-12 inches between seat and table edge. Younger students need more open areas near tables for movement and play.
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Table Top Size
Choose tabletop sizes based on use. Wide surfaces accommodate notebooks, laptops, and materials. Ensure enough room for students to work comfortably without intruding on others' space.
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Table Wheels
Mobile tables with lockable casters make reconfiguring spaces easy. Casters should operate quietly and have lock stabilizers. Self-leveling glides help tables stay even on uneven floors.
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Table Shapes
Select shapes that utilize space efficiently. Rectangular tables are ideal for rows and direct instruction, while round and flower-shaped tables promote group activities. Curved shapes like crescents and horseshoes focus on group instruction.
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Accessories
Look for boards that come with useful accessories such as marker trays, erasers, and mounting kits. Additional features like gridlines or calendar templates can enhance the board’s functionality.
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Table Height Adjustment
Height-adjustable tables offer ergonomic support for different ages. Adjust heights in 1-inch increments to promote healthy posture and comfort.
Activity Table Seating Capacity
Activity Tables
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Rectangle Activity Tables
These tables are a classic style for seating many students. They can be found in sizes that can place 4 to 8 students. Students can comfortably spread out while working.
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Round Activity Tables
Circular tables encourage collaboration by bringing students face-to-face. Round activity tables create natural conversation areas. They promote interaction that helps develop your student's social skills.
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Clover Activity Tables
They maximize usable workspace while promoting interaction and sharing. The articulated shape features four connected segments that provide personal workspaces around a central collaborative zone. The complementary design can nest together and encourage collaboration among your students.
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Half Moon Activity Tables
These tables direct students' focus to the center. They are perfect for instructing a small group of students. The curved shape does not have any sharp edges, which makes it safe to use for young learners.
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Horseshoe Activity Tables
The open-rounded shape of Virco horseshoe tables keeps all students engaged in circle time, group activities, or presentation seating. Teachers can conveniently move along the interior access point for guided reading lessons, assisting individuals.
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Deep Cut Horseshoe Activity Tables
These tables have an extra-wide open center for even more accessibility and mobility for teachers. The elongated shape provides enough workspace for small group instruction while allowing active engagement.
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Kidney Activity Tables
They centralize focus and create efficient zones to guide your learners. The soft, oblong shape has less exaggerated curves for a more streamlined compact footprint that squeezes into tight spaces.
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Trapezoid Activity Tables
Trapezoid tables provide personalized workspaces that facilitate one-on-one sessions between you and your learners. They can be easily combined for group learning. This flexibility allows teachers to transition between individual and collaborative layouts quickly.
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Square Activity Tables
They provide personal workspaces while maintaining intimacy for small groups to share ideas. You can select from various sizes and colors according to your requirements. The tables have rounded corners, which makes them safe to use in your classroom.
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Flower Activity Tables
These unique daisy flower-shaped activity tables eliminate corners to unite students. The contoured petals create personal workspaces around a collaborative center. It seats up to eight students. You can choose from seven bright finishes with a ball or a self-leveling glide.
Frequently Asked Questions
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When selecting table sizes, always start by measuring your available classroom square footage and aisles. Rectangular tables use linear space efficiently, while curvier shapes like flowers or clovers open room for traffic flow. The appropriate table length depends mainly on the number of students who must fit comfortably around it. Also, account for accessories like storage bins when determining total space requirements.
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The most durable material options for activity tables include high-pressure laminate and heat-fused vinyl. Laminate tops stand up best to heavy classroom use, resisting scratches, chips, and stains. The frames are made from powder-coated steel or chrome that provides stability without rust or corrosion. Edges feature protective vinyl bumpers to prevent impact damage.
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Absolutely! The tables should comply with the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer's Association (BIFMA) voluntary product safety standards. Look for GREENGUARD or GREENGUARD Gold certification. It means the table meets stringent requirements that reduce chemical and other pollutant exposure. It supports healthy indoor air quality for sensitive areas like schools and daycare facilities.
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Certainly! For students with special needs, you can get activity tables that are adjustable and wheelchair accessible. It provides the students with the flexibility to utilize the workplace comfortably. You can get sensory tables with a textured medium promoting therapeutic interactions. The tables must be simple, have open access, and provide ergonomic support.
