{"product_id":"whitney-brothers-alone-zone","title":"Whitney Brothers Alone Zone","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSit, Read \u0026amp; Retreat with the Whitney Brothers Alone Zone – Book Storage Above, Backcase Behind, Shatterproof Windows on the Sides – A Quiet Space Chair That Satisfies Every State and Provincial Requirement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Whitney Brothers Alone Zone is a private reading chair designed specifically for Early Learning environments - a birch plywood structure that gives a child their own enclosed, cosy, supervised reading space within any classroom, library, childcare centre, or therapy setting, available across North America. At 48\" tall and 23.5\" wide, it is sized right for a child aged 5 to 6, with a padded seat cushion included and room for a child to sit comfortably with a book in a genuinely private, enclosed space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe architecture of the Alone Zone solves three problems simultaneously. The book storage built in above the seat gives the child a small personal library within arm's reach - books are present and accessible without any reaching out or getting up. The built-in backcase facing outward from the rear of the structure serves as a classroom-facing bookshelf while also being specifically designed to prevent climbing, protecting the structure and any child near it. The shatterproof yellow acrylic side portal windows allow light into the interior and give teachers and caregivers clear visibility of the child inside at all times - meaning supervision is never compromised by the structure's private character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGREENGUARD Gold Certified. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKey Features of the Whitney Brothers Alone Zone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePrivate Enclosed Reading Chair - Cosy and Child-Sized\u003c\/em\u003e - The Alone Zone creates a genuinely enclosed, private reading space sized for children aged 5 to 6, with room to sit comfortably with a book without feeling confined. Blue seat cushion included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBook Storage Above the Seat\u003c\/em\u003e - Built-in storage directly above the seating position gives the child immediate access to books from within the structure - no reaching out, no getting up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBuilt-In Backcase - Prevents Climbing\u003c\/em\u003e - The rear of the structure features a built-in bookcase facing outward toward the classroom. This backcase is specifically designed to prevent a child from climbing up the back of the structure, combining useful classroom-facing book storage with a critical safety function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eShatterproof Yellow Acrylic Side Portal Windows\u003c\/em\u003e - The side windows are covered with safe, shatterproof yellow acrylic. The windows allow natural light into the interior and enable teachers and caregivers to maintain clear visibility of any child inside at all times, without compromising the child's sense of privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSatisfies Every State and Provincial Quiet Space Requirement\u003c\/em\u003e - Meets all regulatory requirements for a designated quiet space in Early Learning environments across both Canada and the US.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSeat Cushion Included\u003c\/em\u003e - A blue padded seat cushion is included with the Alone Zone, making the seating space immediately comfortable without any additional purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCertified Antimicrobial\u003c\/em\u003e - Confirmed on the manufacturer's own page, appropriate for childcare settings and environments with hygiene standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBirch Plywood Construction - Non-Toxic UV Finish\u003c\/em\u003e - Constructed from beautiful, durable birch plywood with a non-toxic natural UV finish that will not yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGREENGUARD Gold Certified\u003c\/em\u003e - Meets the most stringent indoor air quality certification for chemical emissions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e100 lb Weight Capacity\u003c\/em\u003e - Supports up to 100 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eShips Ready to Assemble - 1 Box\u003c\/em\u003e - Ships ready to assemble in a single box. Ages: 5 to 6 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/em\u003e - A Whitney Brothers original. Manufactured by Whitney Brothers in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLifetime Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/em\u003e - Backed by Whitney Brothers' lifetime warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSkills and Benefits of the Whitney Brothers Alone Zone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSensory Regulation and Emotional Self-Management\u003c\/em\u003e - The enclosed, low-stimulation private space creates a physical and psychological retreat from the bustle of a classroom, supporting self-regulation, de-escalation, and emotional reset for children who need a break from social and sensory demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFocus and Sustained Attention\u003c\/em\u003e - The contained, distraction-reduced environment of the Alone Zone supports sustained focus and independent reading - particularly valuable for children who struggle to maintain attention in an open classroom setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLiteracy and Reading Engagement\u003c\/em\u003e - The combination of a private, comfortable reading space and immediately accessible book storage creates ideal conditions for voluntary, self-motivated reading and developing a love of books.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIndependence and Autonomy\u003c\/em\u003e - Having a personal, clearly defined space within the classroom gives children a sense of ownership, independence, and choice - they can choose to go there, choose what to read, and choose when to emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eConfidence and Self-Concept\u003c\/em\u003e - A private space that belongs to the child develops a sense of safety, self-possession, and confidence, particularly meaningful for children who find open classroom environments overwhelming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEarly childhood classrooms seeking a quiet space solution that satisfies state and provincial regulatory requirements without requiring a dedicated room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSchools, childcare centres, and Head Start facilities looking for an antimicrobial-certified, GREENGUARD Gold certified quiet reading space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOTs, counsellors, and support staff using enclosed, low-stimulation spaces for sensory regulation and emotional self-management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLibraries, waiting rooms, and public settings where a child-sized private reading nook adds a calm, contained activity option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAny classroom where a calm corner, quiet space, or sensory retreat is a curriculum or compliance priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreenGuard™ Gold certified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/Green_Guard_Certified.png?v=1716182812\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 23.5\" W x 27.5\" D x 48\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction: Birch plywood, non-toxic UV finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 74 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArrived in 1 Box  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Whitney Brothers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45881900859642,"sku":"WB0240R","price":689.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/whitney-brothers-alone-zone-child-reading.jpg?v=1778092918","url":"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/en-us\/products\/whitney-brothers-alone-zone","provider":"The Sensory Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}