My students love these.

I liked this stool, but it did not have the rubbery bottom which allows the stool to wobble sideways. I received the package and the bottom is just flat without the rubbery piece underneath. It’s actually completely flat and it’s the same plastic from the storage piece. It’s almost as if it missing a piece. I’m not sure, but wanted to ask if anyone else had the same issue?Thanks.

I like that I, as the teacher, can use this. I am able to move it around the room quickly where it is so light and small. Yet it is comfortable. It wobbles while still providing stability.

Well made but can be unsafe if kids put their feet up this item can tip over.

I didn’t need the storage on this stool but it seemed it would be a little more sturdy than other designs. I tried for a few minutes with 2 different 2nd graders. However, I found it was too tempting for both students to put their feet in the storage space. That made it near impossible to quickly stabilize themselves if they “wobbled” a bit too much. Therefore, I’m sending it back. It might not be a problem with older students.

We have the 15in & 18in original wobble stool and recently got the 18” storage wobble stool. My preschooler loves how he can put things in the storage area underneath. But the 18” is a bit high for him to get on without a struggle. The 15” however is a perfect height for him. Ever since getting the storage style wobble stool he doesn’t want much to do with the original because it’s not as “cool” so now I feel a little better knowing he’s on the shorter one and less likely to fall off of it. For a kid who never sits still this stool is awesome!! I think that once he’s in school it may be going with him because he really can get his wiggles out on the stool before settling and working on a task. Must hace for adhd kiddos too!

Bottom-Line: The design is evolutionary, ergonomic and modern, rather than purely traditional or classic. Your writer’s first impression surrounding the features of this USA made stool (of imported materials) is that it was meant to rock, so “do not” expect a perfectly flat bottom, which also doubles as storage, plus this does not slide, as there is a rubber like bottom to add stick to hard/carpeted flooring, likely so that this does not slip out from under the child. I could not slide this across the floor, like a traditional stool. Also, we liked the availability of colors, there is an exciting choice option. We chose blue, it’s a little darker than some of the rest; its coloring is solid, even, conservative, but still a cheery color.Active seatingThe child can transfer their excess energy into wobbling, rocking, tilting, and to some extent swiveling on this. There is freedom to move about and any administrator and fellow students would understand that this is perfectly natural with this type of “active” seating, and these active actions may have physiological benefits allowing increased blood to flow from head to toe, aiding the student.Active seating may help children who are naturally restless or have other sensory sensitivities. Active chairing may assist in learning.The (latex-free) rubberized base has a perimeter safety ring that acts as a natural stop to intended rocking.Again, this chair is firm. It also has rounded edges and can accommodate an adult. The manufacturer made no reference to maximum weight. I weighed the seat in at six (6) pounds and six (6) ounces. Stool measures 13.3" D x 15" H; interior storage measures about 10” in diameter and has sides that are about 2¼” tall but has about 6” more of open space under the seating area. All plastic design comes fully assembled and is maintenance-freePlastic usedA 4 inside of a triangle is what is displayed, along with the letters LLDPE, this is a very hard plastic material think milk-jugs, times (20). This type of plastic is typically found in plastic road barriers. It’s referred to as a Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE). LLDPE is understood to be a blended form of LDPE. It typically offers some flexibility and extra strength. We understand that there is little opportunity to recycle this type of plastic, however, but there may be growing recycling presence in the future.In no way would I say any part of this seating is soft, rather, it’s hard, firm/supportive. This is meant to sit on and rock or wobble, and in no way should this be stood on, which is a natural attraction. We think the length of time a child could comfortably sit is limited, at most, to the school day, with breaks, or more short-term type of seating, whether in a home, school, or library type of environment.There is no odor to this plastic. The texture is smooth over the seating area and upper sides, rather than a sandpaper type texture. How to clean was not referenced, however, since we use indoors, we use a warm damp rag that has a tad of detergent.CertificationsPer the manufacturer, Greenguard [Gold] certified for low VOCs and Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) compliant, which gives us some reassurances.StorageAs mentioned, the stool features a built-in storage space to keep whatever the imagination and size will allow to store, such as small supplies, reading books, and water bottles, all within reach.ValueThis is premium priced. But when you factor in the totality, such as how sturdy and durable this is, I can understand the cost, especially considering this is made in the US and is sold for commercial settings and use. The quality is awesome. We would select again.We hope our thoughts assisted in your decision.

I am so thankful to whomever developed these stools and to ECR4Kids for making such a quality product. These are durable, easy to clean, and a blessing.My six-year-old is perpetual motion. She has trouble being still and can't seem to focus without moving her body. Her teacher recommended looking into these ECR4Kids stools. They have them in the classroom and when our daughter gets antsy, the teacher lets her use one. We wanted one at home to help with homework and reading.This stool has been amazing and life changing. My child can focus for longer periods of time and move her body in what I can only describe as unconscious movement. She will sit and read to herself or us for longer stretches as well. It is like her mind has always wanted to do these things, but her body would betray her with its need for movement.This particular stool features an open design (the traditional one is closed all the way through). The open design allows you to store things under the seat (legos, pens, pencils, etc). For our daughter this is a homework chair so we keep her pencils, markers, highlighter, etc. that are only used for homework in the bottom. It is just amazing!