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I have an older model I suppose of this same xact bookcase, it that one was much more durable, in my opinion. They both have the same amount of space, design and look, but the quality seems to have changed. Feel much lighter, and this one needed to be put together (only a 1 step process) however, my original one was 1 big piece, no assembly which leads me to believe this model has been recently changed (my origianl was bought 2 years ago)

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I purchased one of these lift hide bookshelves for my grandson 2 years ago for our home and wanted to purchase one for another grandson for his home only to find that the quality was no longer there. The one purchased 2 years ago and was on display in the store was very sturdy. It was a hard thick plastic and was in one piece. The one I brought home to give as a Christmas gift is going back. It is in 2 pieces (made to be screwed together) which is not a bad thing but it was so flimsy I couldn't believe the difference. I could actually see through the thin plastic. For the price they charged for this toy box I expected better. I think they need to go back to the quality and charge more if the profit margin is the problem.

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We tried to use this for outdoor toy storage -- not it's intended use -- because it's durable and plastic. I wouldn't recommend it. The storage bin isn't water-tight and actually traps standing water. When bringing it back inside it took a long time and many times turning the whole thing upside down to finally drain all the water out. It's serving well as an indoor toy storage/bookshelf unit :)

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I use this for Daycare,in my home,

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I have a 1 and 2 year old that both have their own storage chest. They love them and they really do hold a ton of toys. They were easy to set up (if it would have set up properly...see below) and are easy to clean and very safe for children. The only issue I have is that on one of the chests the door doesn't fit right. It is VERY tight and my two year old can't open/close it. The base of the unit isn't quite wide enough to allow the door to close all the way. I have contacted the Step 2 company to see if they will help. So far, they've just said this is a new design and had me email a picture of what I am talking about...I hope they can do more than that.

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This book shelf has traveled across many states. My son had this product in his room for about three years. Now my daughter age 8 has had it in her room for 4 years now. I was about to pass it onto a friend, but my daughter still loves it and wants to keep it in her room. What once held toddler toys and board books now holds chapter books and knick knacks.

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I have had this item for my son for about 6 months now. It was super easy for me to put together (took all of 5 minutes if that). I have thrown all of his toys into the chest area and there is still enough room for more! The books shelves are nice since there is a backing on them so the books/items places on them will not fall behind the toy box area. I was a little worried about my son tipping this thing over but if you put it up against a good wall and have enough toys in the chest part you should be just fine. My boy is almost 11 months old now and loves to sit inside the chest too... there is just that much room. When he sits in there he will close the lid and poke his little fingers out... the best part is that his fingers will NEVER get smashed because the lid looks shut but will not be plastic on plastic on the bottom of the lid. I would recomend this item... wish it came in more colors though.

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My 3 year old son was given one of these as a gift for his birthday, and the toybox itself was all one piece, the only thing we had to do was snap the lid on. He loved the toybox, and it fits all of his toys well and we like that the lid can't hit his head and that it had the shelves for books and stuff. So we proceeded to get one for our just now one year old, and it arrived in 3 pieces...the shelf had to be attached. No big deal, but when we went to put books on the shelf right above the toybox, we discovered that the shelf is now smaller....books that fit on the older model won't fit on the new model....what a bummer Step 2....just like everything else, the cost is the same but the item is actually smaller.

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I'm using this in our daughter's play area to store and as well as block off a tricky area of the room. The smaller size but with large storage area fitted this situation perfectly.

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First I wasn't sure if thats the toybox I wanted because I was thinking of a wooden toybox. I didn't know how it will look in her room since it is plastic. I decided to get it anyway because it was more safe than any other toybox I saw. After buying it I was convinced this product is great it not only looks good but is also very sturdy. The lid can't fall on my daughters head she was at that time 12 mo. There is a lot of storage room and my daughter loves it too. She loves getting toys out and putting back in. Sometimes she even crawls into the toybox.

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I had this same toy box for my first child. I had gotten rid of the original one as I thought I was done having children but when it came time to get another toy box after the birth of my youngest son, no other toy box I looked at would do, as I was so happy with the original one I purcahsed 10 years ago, so I went to the Step 2 website and made my second purchae of this toy chest.

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This toy box is wonderful space saver for my 1 year olds toys. I'm very happy that I purchased this item and all my daycare kids help to put the toys in the box. I highly recomend this product!:>)

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I was looking for a toybox for all my son's stuff animals, came across this and it is wonderful! Holds all his animals plus lets him put his favorites up top. Easy to put together, I did it myself and I'm not very handy! My son also likes that he can open and close the lid! Wonderful toybox!!

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I bought two of these chests for my 18 month-old twin babies (a boy and a girl). They had a blast throwing their toys in and out the chest and the book case the first time I put it up. There is ample storage space and bookcase is the selling point for me. I would have given a 5 star review. But the lid on the pink one is really tight. I can not open and push the lid back without appling heavy forces. I will call customer service for solutions

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I had this product handed down to me from a cousin of mine who had it for her boys for 3yrs. before she gave it to me she had it handed down to her from her mother in-law who had it for God only knows how long. Now I am getting ready to hand it down to my niece who is having a baby boy. I decided to give it to her since it is such a good product and after all this time it is still in mint condition. I am going to purchase the 1 with the pink lid now in order to replace the other one. It goes with everything. I have 2 toddler girls ages 3 and 5 and they both fit everything inside of it. If it can survive my 2 girls after dealing with my cousins 2 boys and whomever had it before than it will survive anything!!I love it!!!!

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I love this product. It is so spacious inside but takes up very little room in my house. I couldn't believe it fit all my daughters toys that had been taking over the living room. Also very stable, my daughter climbs it to get her shoes on the top shelf and it doesn't move.

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I bought this for my daughter who is almost 2 years old. She enjoys lifting the lid up and down. And whats great about it is that the lid is child proof. It can not fall on her head or crush her little fingers. She also loves the book shelf part of it. It is so convenient! Every child should have a toy box. And this one just happens to be one of the best ones I've seen. The book shelf just adds more room to store all those toys without taking up anymore room. I would recomment this product to anyone out there looking for a durable, easy to clean, fun, child proof toy box. It was also simple to put together and is light enough to move from room to room. Thanks!!

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Functional for any growing family with limited space for toddler toys and books! Sturdy construction to take abuse that a toddler can give!

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My 2 1/2 year old, daughter received this as a gift for Christmas and we absolutely love it! It look less then 5 mins to put together. It's simple yet girly, and the shelfs are a great idea then just a box!

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My daughter is 15mths. and absolutely loves this. She gets all of her books of the shelf easily, and the toy box is a lot bigger than I had expected.

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I bought this for my son's 2nd birthday and he is now 8. It has held up very weel, better than I expected considering my son is able to break even matchbox cars. I would recommend this to everyone especially someone with disabled children like my two children are. It's very easy for both of my children to open up and not close on fingers. I highly recommend this!!!

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MY 2 YEAR OLD HAS THIS IN HER BEDROOM AND SHE LOVES IT. ITS NOT TO TALL FOR HER AND SHE KEEPS ALL HER STORY BED TIME BOOK ON THE SHELFS. IT HOLD ALL OF HER TOYS AND KEEPS THEM HIDDEN. THIS WAS REALLY WORTH THE MONEY. I WOULD SO RECOMEND THIS TOY BOX.. A+

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This is in my girls room. They can open and close it on their own, we got it when my oldest was 1 she is now 3!

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my daughter got this recently for her first birthday. i love all the storage. she has alot of toys and this toybox is perfect. i also love the storage for books. i highly recommend this product.

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This model holds A LOT of toys in the storage bin area, and A LOT of books and whatever else on the 2 shelves. Easy to clean - grandson got crayon all over it, and it scrubbed right off. Very stable, very safe & highly recommended!

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This toy box is wonderful for a small child. MY 3 YEAR OLD GRANDDAUGHTER LOVES IT. not only does it hold lots of toys but lots of her favorite books as well. The lid is easy enough for her to open and close by herself. Cleanup and hiding toys are a breeze with this toy box. I own 2 other toy boxes by little tikes as well. However, this 1 holds far more toys not to mention books too than either of the little tikes does. However, not complaining about the lt boxes b/c they are good too and to think that I found all 3 in like new condition at either yard sales or a consignment shop. I would highly recomend this toy box to anyone who is limited on space and has a toddler with lots of toys.Has a small opening with lid fully closed so that little ones will not be able to smash their precious little fingers.

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This was a Christmas present for my now 2 year old. At 18 months, she was able to work the sliding lid, and climb to the shelf! Thus, we discovered how sturdy it is. Bottom space hols A LOT! Top shelves are good for books.