This June, IKEA is launching the children's campaign "Welcome To Their World", encouraging us to see things through the eyes of children. Children love to have fun, and the June holidays are always a great time for families to spend quality time together through play. Just because the holidays are coming to a close and the school term is starting again doesn’t mean that the play has to stop.
Parents can help their children to keep the fun in learning and stay focused and productive by making these small changes at home.
Start the day right
No one wants to be rushing around the house looking for that missing piece of homework right before the school bus arrives! Getting children to help with preparing for the school day will help them feel involved and empowered and teach them to be responsible for their belongings.
Start by getting them into the habit of organising all their necessities in one place. Homework, stationery, water bottle - and don’t forget an extra face mask just in case!
The SMUSSLA Bedside table/shelf unit $49.90 can be placed under their study desk or by the door for easy access. Get kids excited about packing for school with the STARTTID Backpack $14.90, which comes in a variety of colors and patterns for kids of all ages.
Create a study nook that sparks joy
Homework doesn’t feel like so much of a chore if children have a workspace that feels right for them. Start with the basics – a study desk and a comfortable chair. The LOBERGET / SIBBEN Children's desk chair $27.90 has height adjustable seats that grow with your child, and can be easily pushed under the desk when not in use.
Ensure a conducive learning space with good lighting
A brightly lit space and good lighting make all the difference in productivity and alertness. Place the work desk close to a window for as much daylight as possible, or use the FUBBLA LED work lamp $39.90 to illuminate the space. The arm and shade are both adjustable so children can use it for homework, arts and crafts, and even model building!
Don’t sweat the small stuff!
It’s hard to concentrate when things are messy, and it can be a distraction for children if their favourite pen or pencil is constantly getting lost under a pile of papers.
If space is a constraint, parents can still encourage children to keep their workspaces tidy with trays or desktop organisers like PLUGGHÄST Storage tin with lid $7.90 which come in three sizes for knick knacks of all sizes.
Cultivate habits for an organised mind
For older children, having an organised space is just the first step. Help them to develop independence and create structure in their day with to-do lists that keep them from feeling overwhelmed by their homework.
To keep things fun, the MÖJLIGHET Noticeboard/whiteboard with basket $49.90 has enough space for them to decorate the board in their own style – whether that means pinning up pictures and encouraging notes from friends and family or pasting cute stickers to cheer them up through the day.
Whether you’re just stocking up on school supplies or planning a revamp of the study room, IKEA’s range of furniture and accessories can help your children on their learning journey as they grow, learn and play.
Find out more about IKEA’s children’s campaign, “Welcome To Their World” at IKEA.sg/children