Kid's Study Spaces

School will be starting soon and the kids will need a place to study and do their homework. Students do best when their have a study place that suites their individual needs. Not all children have the same learning style; some may need a completely quiet room while others study better with quiet music playing. A bedroom may be the best place for a study area, but some children find studying in their room distracting and cannot concentrate in the bedroom. Parents should take time to talk to their children about what they would like to see in their study space. With a little creativity it is possible to create a study area where your child will enjoy spending time and learning.

After picking a location in the house, the next step is to choose furniture that will maximize storage and function. A cluttered work space is not conducive to productivity. With computers becoming a primary study tool, a good computer desk is a great place to start. A desk with closed-door storage spaces for a printer, tower, and keyboard can help to keep the desktop clear for other projects. Today’s children’s computer furniture sometimes even comes with built in chargers for phones, iPods, and cameras with hidden wires to reduce clutter.

Instead of a traditional desk, you child may enjoy something different. For example, using an old hutch repainted in your child’s favorite colors may suit him or her better. Hang shelves or cabinets and a corkboard above the hutch to complete the look. For children who may perform better in a less formal study area, consider an open reading area. A colorful rug and a comfy chair or beanbag arranged in front of bookshelves creates a comfortable space for reading and relaxing.

However you choose to decorate your child’s study area keep in mind that the child should feel comfortable in the space. If the space reflects your child’s personality they will be more likely to use the space and get their homework done!