How To Create A Learning Space For Your Child During Confinement – Being Parents

It is not known how long the children will have to stay at home, nor when the schools will reopen. The containment imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic spares no one, both socially and economically. But, regardless of when children can resume their school life, it will always be a good idea to create a learning space for them at home.

It is important to foster creativity and learning in the classroom. But also at home. And this, both during confinement and at any other time when your child must study at home (during the holidays, when he is sick, etc.).

Learning space

A learning space in the home is an amazing way to let your child play and explore the world around them. And while such an endeavor may seem like a daunting task to you, creating a comfortable and inspiring learning space for your child is much easier than you might think.

There are certain rules to follow to create the most beautiful learning space that inspires and nourishes your child. In the rest of this article, we give you some tips and other sources of inspiration. Did you think it was just a corner to do your homework? Learning is much more than that!

Lots of natural light

If possible, try to choose a space in your home that has plenty of natural light. Indeed, some studies claim that natural illumination in learning environments enhances performance, well-being and creativity. The more natural light there is, the more conducive the environment will be to learning.

If this isn’t an option for you, don’t worry. Be creative and build an outdoor learning space! However, if this is not possible either due to the characteristics of your home, then opt for a place where natural light is present, such as next to a window.

Colors

Color can have a profound impact on the human mind. All children are different; certain colors can promote inspiration and motivation in them.

In general, younger children like bright, uplifting colors. For example, orange is a warm, warm color that can help improve productivity. Green, on the other hand, which is a cool color, can have a calming effect and help with concentration.

Consider painting the walls or furniture in these tones to arouse the motivation and curiosity of your children. Use your creativity to be able to introduce these colors in the decoration of the learning space for your child.

Comfortable and resistant seats in the learning area

We all know how painful it can be to sit in an uncomfortable chair for hours and hours. You must therefore make sure that the chairs in the learning space are comfortable and provide good back support.

Plus, add other seating, like ottomans and cushions, and plan reading nooks so your child has the freedom to roam while playing and exploring. He will choose himself where he prefers to settle according to his activity.

Practical activities and self-learning experiences

The ideal is to create a learning space where children can get their hands dirty, both literally and figuratively. A wide range of hands-on activities, such as music, art, reading, writing, puzzles and games, can help your children apply their prior knowledge to new experiences.

Encourage your child to choose their own activities and to self-direct their learning. This can help him discover what interests him and thus generate in him confidence, curiosity and self-sufficiency.

The ideal learning space also supports the transfer of knowledge from children outside the original learning context to another. It is very important to take this into account and provide children with learning options in accordance with their cognitive ability.

On the other hand, order must always reign; organized space, organized spirit! And if, in addition, it is personalized, that’s even better.