{"product_id":"shinning-star-classroom-rug","title":"Shinning Star Classroom Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eShining Star Multi Black Classroom Rug\u003c\/strong\u003e scatters a full constellation of pastel stars across a deep black ground. Pink, yellow, teal, lavender, blue, and white stars in varying sizes spread across the surface in a pattern that feels like looking up at a clear night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black background gives the colors room to pop without competing with each other, and the size variation in the stars creates movement and depth that a flat repeat pattern cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a gathering and activity rug without defined seating spots. It works as a reading corner anchor, a small group activity area, or a full classroom gathering rug that brings the night sky down to floor level. Part of Flagship's outer space classroom series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 0 0 20px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background: #1a2a5a; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 7px 10px; border: 1px solid #0e1a3a;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background: #1a2a5a; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 7px 10px; border: 1px solid #0e1a3a;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e6' x 8'4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eReading corners, small group areas, classroom accents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f2f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e7'6\" x 12'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eFull classroom gathering areas, early elementary classrooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black ground is what makes this rug distinctive in the classroom rug category. Most classroom rugs use a light or neutral ground - the black here creates a dramatic contrast that makes the pastel stars appear luminous rather than flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe effect is cheerful and energetic up close, and striking from across the room. It brings genuine visual presence to a classroom corner or gathering area without the visual noise of a multi-colored patterned ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pastel star palette keeps the design from reading as heavy or dark despite the black ground. Pink, yellow, teal, lavender, and blue are soft enough that the rug feels warm and inviting rather than stark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren are drawn to it immediately, and the star scatter gives them something to look at and talk about at floor level during independent reading and group time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs with the Star Light Seating Squares Rug for a coordinated space-themed classroom installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere These Work Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #1a2a5a; border-radius: 4px; padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; background: #f0f2f8;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #0e1a3a; margin-bottom: 6px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eReading corners and independent work areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #1a2a3a; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eThe Shining Star rug creates a visually defined reading corner that children identify as a special space the moment they step onto it. The black ground and glowing star scatter give the area a cozy, immersive quality that supports focused independent reading. Pair it with a small bookshelf and a beanbag or floor cushions for a reading nook that feels like its own environment within the larger classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #1a2a5a; border-radius: 4px; padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; background: #f0f2f8;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #0e1a3a; margin-bottom: 6px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eSpace and astronomy curriculum\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #1a2a3a; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eThe night sky design is the natural gathering point for space and astronomy units at every grade level. Use it as the dedicated circle time spot for science read-alouds, constellation lessons, and star and planet discussions. The star scatter pattern gives children something to point to and reference during lessons about what a real night sky looks like, and the varied star sizes open conversations about why stars appear different sizes from Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #1a2a5a; border-radius: 4px; padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 20px; background: #f0f2f8;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display: block; color: #0e1a3a; margin-bottom: 6px; font-size: 13px;\"\u003eCoordinated space-themed classroom environments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 13px; color: #1a2a3a; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003eThe Shining Star rug works as the accent piece in a space-themed classroom anchored by the Star Light Seating Squares Rug. Use the seating rug for the main circle time area and the Shining Star for a reading corner or small group zone. The shared pastel star palette and navy and black color story create a cohesive visual environment across the two rugs without the room feeling like a single repeated motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 0 0 20px; font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a; width: 50%;\"\u003e• Made in the U.S.A. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Class I Flammability\/Fire Rating passed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f2f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Highest fiber density, infusion dye process\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Indoor Air Quality passed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Anti-microbial and anti-static treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Bound and double-stitched with nylon edge yarn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f2f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Scotchgard protector for soil resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• CRI Green Label Plus certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Item FA3557-32FS (6' x 8'4\") \/ FA3557-44FS (7'6\" x 12')\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 5px 10px; border: 1px solid #b0b8d8; color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003e• Manufactured by Flagship Carpets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"SensoryEdge","offers":[{"title":"6' x 8'4","offer_id":43092009222206,"sku":"FA3557-32FS","price":265.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7'6 x 12'","offer_id":43092009254974,"sku":"FA3557-44FS","price":365.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0713\/files\/Shinning_Star_Area_Rug.jpg?v=1784052256","url":"https:\/\/www.sensoryedge.com\/products\/shinning-star-classroom-rug","provider":"SensoryEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}