Our tidal wave bench is inspired by many values of a Montessori classroom including but not limited to: organic/naturalness, multi-­functionality, beauty, educational intent, and exploration. This bench is ideal for many uses such as sitting on, crawling under, and sliding down. We hope that this piece will aid in a child's growth as she or he decides how to use the piece. Classrooms consisting of varying ages could find this piece functional: younger children would seek amusement from the tunnel and sliding aspects, while older kids might find more use in the singular seat on one side for concentrated work, or on the bench on the other side to engage with friends. In any classroom, this large piece will define the space, without being overbearing, as it is constructed out of natural and beautiful wood, and would blend with the vibe of the room. It is our hope that this multi­-purpose piece is perfect a Montessori class.