The original Tidy Books wall shelf is perfect to get your child reading It is the first front-facing bookcase, that allows your kid to to pick out books for himself, encouraging independent reading, in line with Montessori principles. The bookcase can holds up to 85 books of all shapes and sizes. Each wall shelf is unique and handmade with a natural eco-friendly finish that shows the natural imperfections and grain patterns in the wood. A back panel is included, to avoid books to slip behind the bookcase.