Convert a nursery into a first-grader's room— is a difficult task for parents. How to do everything quickly and without unnecessary expenses? In our article — practical advice and a three-day plan Where to find a place for a work corner in a small nursery? How to choose the right table and set up the lighting? Where to store new things? How not to forget anything? It's simple! Follow the plan.
Day 1. Thinking about dividing into zones
Divide the children's room space into three zones:for studying, playing and relaxing. You shouldn’t turn the nursery into an office. A desk (or school desk) with a chair, a place for books — this will be enough for a first-grader. Decide in advance what part of the room the study area will take up. It is recommended to place the desk by the window to use natural light. It is better to place the table not opposite the window, but sideways, so that the light falls from the side. This will reduce the strain on the eyes. If your child is right-handed, the table should be positioned so that the light falls from the left, and vice versa. The play area can be located right on the floor in the center of the room. Try to visually separate this area with a bright carpet, poufs or pillows. The rest area is, first of all, a place to sleep. In a small nursery, to save space, you can put a loft bed and place a play or work area directly under it.
Our opinion:— Think in advance about where the child will store books and textbooks. The simplest option is hanging open shelves and desk drawers. If there is a closet in the nursery, some unnecessary things can be removed and free up space for school supplies.
Day 2. Equipping the workplace
The desk and chair must be matched"by size". It is easy to check. Seat the child at the table - the edge of the table should be a few centimeters below chest level. To understand whether the chair is suitable, seat the child so that his feet are flat on the floor - the knees should be bent at a right angle. If the chair is too high, use a footrest. An excellent solution is tables and chairs with adjustable height or a "growing desk". Be sure to ask if the child is comfortable in his workplace. When choosing furniture, remember that the optimal colors for a first-grader's work area are calm and restrained. Beige, blue, light green will help not to be distracted during classes.
Our opinion:— A great addition to a work corner is a chalkboard with colored chalk. You can draw on it, solve problems, and write dictations. This is a simple way to make classes interesting and varied.
Day 3. Working on lighting. Adding details.
It is better to use two types of lighting:overhead and tabletop. You can make built-in lighting above the table. A simpler option is to add a lamp or table lamp. Don't forget that the light source should be on the left for right-handed people and on the right for left-handed people. So, the workplace is ready. Add bright accents! Try to fit into the interior crafts, funny posters and stickers, a world map and globe, colorful desk accessories.
