Description
The Branching Out Area Rug by Carpets for Kids is a nature-inspired gathering rug built on the KIDSoft platform. A premium soft construction with plush yarns that create a noticeably warmer, softer surface underfoot than standard classroom rugs.
The design features tree branches and leaves in a calm, organic pattern available in two color palettes: a deep teal and ocean blue coastal version, and an olive and moss green earthy version. Both are designed for classrooms and spaces where the visual environment is intentional.
| Size | Best For |
|---|---|
| 4′ x 6′ | Reading corners, small play areas, sensory spaces |
| 6′ x 9′ | Small group areas, therapy spaces, preschool classrooms |
| 7’6 x 12′ | Full classroom gathering space, larger play areas |
About KIDSoft Construction
The KIDSoft line is Carpets for Kids’ premium soft collection. Built with plush yarns that create a noticeably softer, warmer surface. Children sitting on a KIDSoft rug for extended periods during reading, play, and quiet time feel the difference. For early childhood environments and sensory-aware spaces where floor comfort is a genuine consideration, KIDSoft is the right choice.
Choosing a Color
The Blue version – deep teal and ocean blue with soft gray-brown branches and pale aqua leaves – reads as coastal and calm. It suits classrooms with cool-toned palettes, ocean or water themes, and spaces where blue is the dominant design color.
The Green version – olive and moss green with warm gray-brown branches and soft cream and sage leaves – reads as forest and earthy. It coordinates naturally with wood furniture, warm neutrals, and the natural material palette that Montessori and biophilic classroom design favors. Both versions share the same organic branch and leaf design and the same quiet, nature-inspired atmosphere.
Where These Work Best
Montessori and nature-inspired classrooms
The organic branch and leaf design fits naturally into Montessori and biophilic classroom environments where nature-inspired materials, earthy palettes, and visual calm are deliberate design choices. The Green version in particular coordinates with wood shelving, natural fiber baskets, and the warm neutral tones that characterize Montessori spaces. The rug brings the visual language of the outdoors inside without introducing the visual noise of a patterned or primary-color floor covering.
Reading corners and independent work zones
The 4’x6′ and 6’x9′ sizes work especially well as dedicated reading corner rugs where the softness of the KIDSoft construction matters as much as the design. Children who spend extended time on the floor reading independently or working with manipulatives will notice the difference between a plush KIDSoft surface and a standard low-pile classroom rug. The nature design creates a visually inviting nook that encourages children to settle in rather than fidget.
Therapy clinics and sensory spaces
The calming nature palette and plush surface make this a strong choice for occupational therapy spaces, speech therapy rooms, and sensory-aware environments where the visual and tactile quality of floor materials is a genuine consideration. Both color variants maintain the low visual intensity that sensory-sensitive children benefit from, while the soft surface provides physical comfort during floor-based therapy activities.
Specifications & Certifications
| • Made in the U.S.A. by Carpets for Kids | • Meets NFPA 253, Class 1 Firecode |
| • KIDSoft premium plush construction | • Carpet stain protection |
| • Anti-static protection | • CRI Green Label Plus certified |
| • Double-stitched serged edges | • Assists in allergen particle control |
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