I can't picture what you're describing -- but you're younger than me, so they probably didn't have those toy boxes in the dark ages when I was a kid.

I did find something at Toys R Us that might be useful: http://www.toysrus.com/product/index...ductId=2341657

Crayola Draw N Store Toy Box
Crayola Draw N Store Giant Toy Box is a designer Toy Box with 45 gallon storage capacity. The Lid is portable and reverses to become a chalkboard. Crayon-shape storage for art supplies and eraser is included.