create a virtual classroom that lasts
Homeschooling isn’t going anywhere (sigh). Don’t panic - our quick and easy tips will set up a space that goes the distance (one less thing to worry about, right?!)
School’s in session! Our Fast 5 tips will help you get the best out of your kids’ learning space. Trust us, the right workspace will transform the way your child learns (and the way you teach – bet you never thought you’d see that one on your resume!). Take notes!
Embrace a space
Some may believe the three most important factors in determining the desirability of any real estate are location, location, location. But it’s 2020 and times have changed. You really can make any space in your home work. Find an area with little to no distractions, plenty of natural light (a desk lamp will do too), strong wi-fi and easy access to outlets. Final challenge? Ditch the clutter. If that feels like a challenge for you, we have just the caddy for the job (add these inserts to keep supplies neat). It’s pretty, portable and you can personalize it. Plus it’s perfect if your kitchen or dining room table have been doing double-duty and there’s a quick shift change after the final school bell.
Stick to the schedule
Going paperless when it comes to your bills may be en vogue but paper is priceless and calendar is king when it comes to the school schedule. Sticking to a schedule is our secret for maintaining sanity and we treat it as sacred. Lately it can be near impossible to have a screen-free day which makes us love our School Schedule Printable even more. Remember to program time for play breaks and brain breaks because all work and no play makes everyone dull. Building healthy rituals into the calendar promotes that ‘going to school’ and ‘leaving school’ atmosphere. Print it, plan it and post it - where all can see. Can you say, “same page!”.
Choose quality over quantity
The global pandemic may have us hoarding toilet paper but this should not be the approach taken for surviving remote learning. Instead focus on quality over quantity. Your home does not need to look like the inside of Staples and you do not need endless supplies. Focus on creating a grab-and-go system for the students in your life. Then easily maintain your system by having a refill structure in place. Our top high quality grab-and-go goodies also look beautiful displayed in your home making for a very easy clean-up. We love Stockmar crayons , Faber watercolors, sharpened Prisma colored pencils and heavy weight drawing paper.
Tame the art
Covid may have hidden our smiles and made hugs a thing of the past but it hasn’t damped the creative spirit. Artistic ability, square footage and birth order usually play into the display, file, garbage pile decision-making process. We fully support (without judgement) whichever decision is right for you.
Display. We adore this meaningful, one-of-a-kind coffee table book by Printworks. Each page is framed and ready to be filled with doodles by your little Picasso. Bring life to your tabletop or bookshelf all while controlling the clutter and celebrating your child.
File. All hail the beautiful, simple and chic Archive Art Box. A great storage solution for art and completed homework. Easy to label, easy to store and easy to manage when you reach capacity and want to review.
Garbage Pile. This is perhaps the toughest choice because of the embedded guilt. We recommend the 21st Century alternative Artkive, a company that transforms your child’s art into a book. You keep the book and toss the original. All without the guilt.
Stay flexible
Maison Haven loves nothing more than creating an organizing oasis, but quarantine has taught us that flexibility is a must for survival. Navigating unchartered waters takes grace and ease (mixed with a little humility, coffee and wine). It’s helpful to remember change is the only constant. Your child’s needs will shift throughout the year and with that so will you’re the organizational and storage systems you created. With this fluidity in mind, we are pleased to introduce you our favorite multi-talented products ready to show up for you.
We love these magazine holders. Sturdy, sophisticated and understated, they look good in any room and the metal label holder makes it extremely easy to label with a child’s name, a school subject or theme depending upon the need. Now it’s all in one place within arm’s reach.
There is nothing lazy about the Acrylic Turntable. With removeable dividers, it’s great for storing both craft and desk supplies, displaying mini projects and holding study snacks.
No back to (home)school is complete without super sticky post-it. Use the built in easel or stick it on a table or wall without damaging the surface. Perfect for teaching moments and math problems now and once school’s out use it for family game night, to-do lists or chore charts.
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