We live in a house full of little boy toys, especially race cars and trucks. The Classic Racing Tire Toy Chest would fit in perfectly; my boys would love it. It would fit in a race car themed room as a laundry hamper or blanket storage as well. I like that the website suggests teaching kids how much fun a “speedy clean up” can be with this toy chest. So far, I’ve found Little Tikes products to be very durable and well-made. It’s $59.99 at www.littletikes.com.

Instead of using the same old plastic tubs and totes for storage, why not consider a sweet felt house to put your child’s things in? 12” x 8” and great for all the little cars, dollies, pretend food, and other things that get underfoot, the hand made Houses are on sale for $52.99 (down from $69.99.) The great thing about these is that they’re even machine washable, which is always a good thing when children are involved. I love the little decorative felt flowers and climbing ivy adorning the houses. I think I’d keep all those books that gather next to rocking chairs and beds in our house in these lovely little storage houses from www.littletreehouse.ca.

If your tastes run to the spare and modern, check out this great bunk bed from Argington. Several colors are available, but I am drawn to this Brady Bunch-esque orange and ebony version. This is a great building block for a modern bedroom–and a great space-saver, too. It isn’t however, a money saver. Expect to pay $1,850 for this high-end piece of furniture. You can check it out at 2modern.com.

I saw this Step2 Tool Chest Dresser and thought it was a clever idea for a little boy’s room. This functional piece of furniture is made to look like a large rolling tool chest. It is made to be easy to clean, and doubles as a storage unit for toys. You can purchase one on sale for $82.45 at babyage.com.

Whether you buy it as part of the matching furniture set or on its own, this Making Tracks Toy Box by Three Little Ziglets will be a great addition to a bedroom or playroom. I love the cute train design which isn’t quite what you expect from most locomotive themes. In addition to keeping the clutter at bay, this toy box doubles as a bench–perfect for curling up with a good book. You can purchase this piece of built-to-last furniture for $425 at jujubeaneboutique.com.

One of the things my mom bought my boys for Christmas this year was a table and chairs just for them. It’ll make coloring, reading, and playing in the play room much easier, as they have to sit on the floor or on the couch at present. Though ours was a Toy Story set on sale for $20, the Personalized Kids Racetrack Table with 2 Chairs would probably be a big hit in our house. We have some car lovers around here who would enjoy the racetrack and a big boy who likes to read his name. For $129 at Walmart.com, personalize it with your children’s names and enjoy the storage area at clean-up time.

Kids like furniture that fits them. It’s more comforting for a child to sit in a chair that fits his body than to be swallowed up by a large, adult-sized chair. This Ava Toddler Chair, by Jennifer DeLonge Children’s Furniture, is perfect for kids up to age 4. The chair measures 19.5″W x 17″D x 20″H (including the back seat cushion) and has an optional ottoman measuring 14.5″W x 11.5″D x 9″H. The Ava Toddler Chair and Ottoman also are available in a variety of fabrics (including microsuede, velvetine, linen and cotton) and colors. While a bit pricey, starting at $299 for the chair and $169 for the ottoman, you know this is a quality piece of furniture that will endure your toddler’s treatment of it (and might just last for his or her younger brother or sister to use as well). You can view the possibilities at JenniferDeLonge.com.

There are numerous simple, modern high chairs that grow with your child. This Droog Highchair by Maartje Steenkamp is one that I just recently discovered. This chair is made from white beech wood that is notched to indicate different stages. The interesting thing about this chair is that you actually have to saw it off at each new level. I guess that limits use to one child, who hopefully will continue to enjoy it. Otherwise, the $371 price tag is a bit much to swallow. If this minimalist look is for you, you can purchase one of these seats at 2modern.com.

Mother’s Touch Rocking Chairs sells American made, quality rocking chairs designed for the new mother (or anyone who appreciates a really nice, comfortable, well-made rocking chair). They offer a variety of styles, including adult, baby, nursery, indoor, outdoor, oversize, traditional, and contemporary. Mother’s Touch Rocking Chairs are made of durable hardwood and are large, heavy chairs. Even so, the company offers free shipping to the continental U.S. You can take a look at what they have to offer at Shop.MothersTouchRockingChairs.com, where a chair like the one pictured here is on sale for $189.

My oldest daughter has one of these great dollhouse bookcases, and it has proven to be a great investment. Now that she is in the fifth grade, it is used primarily as a bookcase, but when she was younger, it doubled as a great playhouse for dolls and other critters. The sky’s the limit with this practical piece of furniture–its many uses are limited only by your child’s imagination. You can purchase one for $399 at Potterybarnkids.com. If you are looking for a bargain, check out Target’s version for $75.99 at Target.com. Either makes a great gift–not something you can say about many pieces of furniture!

Fatboy makes great lounging pillows for kids, that look like they would be as comfy as can be. You can use them as a chair, or put them flat and stretch out on them. I love the great Marimekko print of this black and white design. This would look great in a modern bedroom or playroom. It would make a great gift for a child of any age. It is a bit pricey, at $189 at DesignPublic.com, but I think it would remain a well-loved and useful piece of furniture, helping to justify the initial expenditure. I can even see this heading off to college with your child, especially if you get a hip print like this one.

From the time they can walk, kids want to be bigger. I’ve caught my son standing precariously on a chair trying to get something out of his reach on many occasions. This Step Stool from KT Steppers is a much safer idea. Each stepper is personalized and custom designed to order. Steppers can be used to help a child reach the sink to brush his teeth or wash his hands, or even to help Mom or Dad in the kitchen. Eco-friendly, these steppers are made from parawood and water-based paints. The average price $49 for a standard Cricket stepper (prices vary on other models). You can view all of the possibilities at KTSteppers.com. One of these would make a great Christmas gift for a little one as well.

I think most moms who like to shop have seen the the luxurious Posh Tots white fantasy coach, which retails for an incredible $47,000. It has been featured on television and in print as the epitome of lavish children’s gear. Apparently there is a market for this kind of luxury, however, as the companty is now offering the La Belle Au Bois Dormant Coach, an even more upscale version which costs a staggering $75,000 or more. Made of solid cherry and silk, this coach is definitely gorgeous. If you want to get more information, or just indulge your curiosity about what makes this piece so incredible, check it out at poshtots.com.

I’ve just discovered a new product that I’m really anxious to try: MOBOS Modular Storage Units. These come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, and can be used for storage throughout the house: books, magazines, toys, diapering essentials, just about anything you can think of could be stored in MOBOS. The many unique styles, colors, and designs available allow you to coordinate with your room’s decor, and storage hooks and safety brackets are also sold with them to ensure proper, safe installation. They are eco-friendly as well, made of recycled steel and with non-toxic paint. What a unique, stylish storage solution. I can picture these in various rooms in our home right now. You can picture them yourself at ILoveMobos.com, where they sell for prices starting at $29.99 each.

This zid zid kids Vinyl Bird Poof promises to be a lot of fun. Perfectly-sized for kids, this multi-purpose ”poof” can be used as a chair, climber, or rolling toy. The clean, modern design will stand out in any room. I like this bird model, but several other animal versions are also available. I think kids will be immediately drawn to this product. You can purchase one for $78 at designpublic.com.