Make Early Literacy Magnetic—Even With Limited Staff
There’s never enough staff. Never enough hands. Never enough time. But kids still need safe, stimulating places to build early literacy—where their hands, eyes, and brains can work together.
The Everbright helps kids:
—Develop the building blocks of early literacy.
—Strengthen fine motor skills through tactile movement.
—Build spatial intelligence and pattern recognition.
No instruction. No screen time.
Compare the Options for Interactive Features
Whether a toddler is turning their first dial, or a parent is kneeling to spell out a word—this is the kind of learning that lives in the body.
| Peg Walls / Screens / DIY Solutions | The Everbright | |
|---|---|---|
| Removable parts? | Yes—pegs get lost, screens break, updates fail | No—turn dials, nothing to lose or replace |
| Lasting engagement? | No—novelty wears off quickly | Fresh every time, visit after visit |
| Needs supervision? | Often—cleanup or staff oversight required | No—resets itself, plays light shows when idle |
| Multiuser experience? | Limited—most can’t support more than 1–2 users | Yes—dozens of people can use it at once |
| Built for little kids? | Rare—fragile or hard to clean | Yes—durable, wipeable, screen-free |
| Feels like a signature? | Not really—most blend into the background | Yes—becomes the most photographed space |
Which Size Is Right for Your Space?
Not sure which size works best for your space? Here’s a quick guide to help you choose.
| Everbright Classic | Everbright Long | Everbright Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length x Height | 8′ x 4′ | 8' x 2.5' | 4.3' x 4' |
| Group Size | 10-20 | 10-20 | 5-10 |
| Best For | All ages | Babies, toddlers, early childhood (0 to 4) | All ages |
| Accessible to People with Special Needs (Read more.) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Multigenerational Use | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| As Seen In | Libraries, museums, high-traffic spaces, pediatrics, anyone looking for a signature statement piece | Early childhood spaces like libraries where storytime is primetime, preschools (4 and under). | Schools, smaller public spaces, clinics and waiting rooms, multigenerational interaction, teen & college centers |
Get inspired.
At the end of the day, it’s all about the kids.
See two amazing moments in early childhood education.
1. Kids demonstrate mastery—even in early childhood.
2. Toddlers use creativity to solve problems in repeat visits with family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Children comprise 60% of public library patrons, while only 30% of public librarians are children’s librarians, according to the NCES. That’s a ratio of one youth services specialist for every 618 kids. What are those 617 kids doing when the children’s librarian is assisting someone else? They could be making connections, learning about patterns, counting, and shapes, and building their spatial intelligence and programming skills, on the Everbright.
By age two, a child’s brain is twice as active as an adult’s. Before they turn three, 85% of their brain’s core structure is already formed. Now is the time to capture their attention and inspire their imaginations.
Make your early childhood space indispensable.
According to a 2015 Pew research study, 85% of library patrons think libraries should offer free early literacy programs to help prepare kids for school, 89% think libraries should have more comfortable spaces for reading, working, and relaxing, and 96% think libraries should coordinate more closely with local schools in providing resources to kids.
It’s easy to make the case for something that checks off many of the boxes that families have always said they wanted.
This can be a highly subjective decision, and is much more individualized than you might think. Every space is going to be multigenerational, and everyone’s age mix is a bit different. Here are some videos to provide some context on how children like to use the Everbright:
https://theeverbright.com/moments
After much research and field observations, our recommendations for kids is to mount the bottom of the frame 12 to 16 inches above the floor, with 12 inches being appropriate for primarily younger kids, and 16 for primarily older kids. This allows people in wheelchairs to reach the lower row of dials, while older children will be able to reach the upper rows.
If your space is dedicated to early childhood, you might consider the Everbright Long, which measures approximately 8 feet long and 2.5 feet high.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Here’s where most people go from here:
→ See Sizes & Pricing
Get clear on which Everbright size is right for your space and budget.
→ Read the Planning Guide & Understand How Installation Works
Understand what’s involved—mounting, power, wall requirements, and how we ship.
→ Check Current Lead Time & Availability
See current production timelines, including our monthly Priority Reserve slot for last-minute projects.
Want to Talk It Through With a Human?
Sometimes it helps to talk it out.
I’m happy to walk you through sizing, placement, or anything else you’re unsure about.
→ Book a Call with Kelly Parkinson (No email tag required)
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